Marquis MP977 User manual

User Manual
Android 4.0

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FCC Compliance Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjected to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television
equipment reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
Compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this device and its
antenna must not be co-located or operating to conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter, except if installed in compliance with FCC Multi Transmitter
procedures.

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LIMITED WARRANTY
1. WHAT DOES THIS WARRANTY COVER?
This warranty covers any defects or malfunctions in your new Marquis Tablet or accessories.
2. HOW LONG IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE?
This warranty is valid for service as follows: one (1) year no charge for parts and labor from
the date of purchase.
3. WHAT WILL MARQUIS DO?
Labor
If the product is determined to be defective within one (1) year of the date of purchase,
Marquis will repair or replace it at no charge. After the one (1) year has expired, you will be
responsible for any labor charges.
Parts
If service is being performed by a Marquis technician, the cost of parts is covered for up to
one (1) year from the date of purchase. Marquis will not repair or replace defective parts
unless the work is performed by a Marquis technician. Proof of purchase in the form of a bill
of sale, receipt or an invoice must be provided at the time the service is requested in order to
receive warranty service.
4. WHAT DOES THIS WARRANTY NOT COVER?
Any damage or problem that results from misuse, abuse, or an act of God (such as flood) are
not covered. This warranty does not permit recovery of consequential or incidental damages.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation may not apply to you.
5. HOW DO YOU GET SERVICE?
You must be issued a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number by Marquis’s
Customer Service Center. To receive an RMA, contact customer service at [phone] or
email customer service at [e-mail]. Upon receipt of an RMA number, you
must send the product back, postage prepaid to:
Marquis Service Center
47745 Fremont Blvd.
Fremont, CA 94538
RMA # ___________
6. HOW DOES STATE LAW APPLY?
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
MARQUIS DOES NOT OFFER REFUNDS.
WARRANTY IS INVALID IF PRODUCT IS MODIFIED, ALTERED OR OPENED.
Periodic changes are made to our warranty. Please contact customer service or visit our
website at: www.marquispad.com for the latest information regarding your product or
warranty.
Service Hotline [phone]

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Contents
1Introduction...........................................................................................................................10
1.1 Welcome........................................................................................................................10
1.2 About this Guide............................................................................................................10
1.3 Instructional icons..........................................................................................................10
2Unpacking your Marquis tablet...........................................................................................11
3Getting to know your tablet.................................................................................................12
3.1Tablet Views & Features ...............................................................................................12
3.2 Functionalities ...............................................................................................................13
3.3 Setting it up for the first time..........................................................................................14
3.4 Recommended operating mode....................................................................................14
4Basics of using your tablet .................................................................................................15
4.1 Power on the tablet .......................................................................................................15
4.2 Charging the tablet........................................................................................................15
4.3 Using the Touch screen ................................................................................................15
4.4 Using the onscreen keyboard........................................................................................15
4.4.1 Configuring the language for onscreen keyboard............................................17
4.4.2 Configuring the settings for onscreen keyboard ..............................................18
4.5 Home screen.................................................................................................................18
4.6 Task Bar........................................................................................................................19
4.7 Locking the tablet ..........................................................................................................20
4.8 Unlocking the tablet.......................................................................................................21
4.9 Using applications on your tablet ..................................................................................22
4.10 Searching ......................................................................................................................23
4.10.1 Configuring Search..........................................................................................25
4.11 Shutting Down...............................................................................................................26
5More about Home screen ....................................................................................................27
5.1 Multiple Home screens..................................................................................................27
5.2 Customizing the Home screen......................................................................................27
5.2.1 Adding an item to the Home screen.................................................................27
5.2.2 Move an Item on the Home screen..................................................................27
5.2.3 Remove an item from the Home screen ..........................................................27
5.3 Change the wallpaper ...................................................................................................28
6Settings for your tablet........................................................................................................31

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6.1 Open settings ................................................................................................................31
6.2 Set Date & Time............................................................................................................31
6.2.1 Set Date............................................................................................................32
6.2.2 Set Time...........................................................................................................32
6.3 Set Sound......................................................................................................................33
6.4 Set Security Levels........................................................................................................34
6.4.1 Set Screen Lock...............................................................................................35
6.4.2 Set User Info Display........................................................................................39
6.5 Set Backup and Reset...................................................................................................39
6.6 Set Language & Input....................................................................................................41
6.7 Set Display ....................................................................................................................42
6.7.1 To set the Brightness .......................................................................................43
6.7.2 To set Sleep parameters..................................................................................43
6.8Storage Details..............................................................................................................44
6.9 Apps ..............................................................................................................................45
6.9.1 Uninstall an application ....................................................................................46
6.9.2 Stop an application...........................................................................................47
6.10 Settings from the task bar .............................................................................................47
6.11 Unmount SD Card.........................................................................................................49
7Connect to Networks............................................................................................................50
7.1 Connect to Wi-Fi............................................................................................................50
7.2 Connect to Blue tooth device ........................................................................................52
7.2.1 Turn Bluetooth On / Off....................................................................................52
8Using Email...........................................................................................................................53
8.1 Add an account .............................................................................................................53
8.2 Compose mail ...............................................................................................................58
9Managing Applications........................................................................................................59
9.1 Open an application ......................................................................................................59
9.2 Switch applications........................................................................................................59
9.3 Play Music.....................................................................................................................59
9.4 Play Video .....................................................................................................................60
9.5 Using the Camera .........................................................................................................61
9.5.1 Snapshot mode options....................................................................................62
9.5.2 Video mode options..........................................................................................63
10 Location services .................................................................................................................64

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11 Widgets..................................................................................................................................65
12 Upgrading Software .............................................................................................................67
12.1 How to upgrade the Firmware?.....................................................................................67
12.1.1 Doing an Over the Air upgrade (OTA).............................................................67
12.1.2 Doing an Offline upgrade ................................................................................69
12.2 Applying the Downloaded Firmware .............................................................................70
13 Safety precautions ...............................................................................................................71
13.1 Holding your Tablet.......................................................................................................71
13.2 Preventing electric shock, fire and explosion................................................................71
14 Frequently Asked Questions...............................................................................................73
14.1 Power ON/OFF and Battery..........................................................................................73
14.2 Touch Screen................................................................................................................74
14.3 Tablet not responding....................................................................................................74
14.4 Temperature..................................................................................................................74
14.5 Display...........................................................................................................................75
14.6 Audio .............................................................................................................................75
14.7 Multimedia.....................................................................................................................75
14.8 Storage..........................................................................................................................75
14.9 Software ........................................................................................................................76

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: Marquis Tablet ...................................................................................................................10
Figure 3-1: Different views of the tablet................................................................................................12
Figure 3-2: Slots for the Micro SD card & Charger/USB plug ..............................................................14
Figure 4-1: Onscreen keyboard-Default Setting...................................................................................16
Figure 4-2 : Configure onscreen keyboard...........................................................................................17
Figure 4-3: Select language for keyboard input ...................................................................................17
Figure 4-4: Set Keyboard Settings .......................................................................................................18
Figure 4-5: Home screen......................................................................................................................19
Figure 4-6: Unlock screen ....................................................................................................................21
Figure 4-7: Unlocking options...............................................................................................................22
Figure 4-8: Application Screen .............................................................................................................23
Figure 4-9: Perform Search..................................................................................................................24
Figure 4-10: Search Result...................................................................................................................24
Figure 4-11: Search Settings................................................................................................................25
Figure 4-12: List of Searchable Items...................................................................................................25
Figure 4-13: Shutdown ........................................................................................................................26
Figure 5-1: Removing Icon from Home screen ....................................................................................28
Figure 5-2: Menu displayed on long-touch...........................................................................................29
Figure 5-3: Setting the selected wallpaper...........................................................................................30
Figure 6-1: Date & Time Settings.........................................................................................................31
Figure 6-2: Set Date .............................................................................................................................32
Figure 6-3: Set Time.............................................................................................................................33
Figure 6-4: Sound & Vibration Settings................................................................................................33
Figure 6-5: Set Volume level ................................................................................................................34
Figure 6-6: Security Settings................................................................................................................35
Figure 6-7: Security Settings................................................................................................................36
Figure 6-8: Setting screen unlock pattern ............................................................................................37
Figure 6-9: Setting screen unlock using a PIN.....................................................................................38
Figure 6-10: Setting screen unlock using a password..........................................................................38
Figure 6-11: Set User Info ....................................................................................................................39
Figure 6-12: Backup & Reset ...............................................................................................................40
Figure 6-13: List of Data that gets erased............................................................................................41
Figure 6-14: Language Settings...........................................................................................................42
Figure 6-15: Setting Display options ....................................................................................................43
Figure 6-16: Setting Brightness............................................................................................................43
Figure 6-17: Setting Sleep time............................................................................................................44

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Figure 6-18: Storage Settings...............................................................................................................45
Figure 6-19: Apps.................................................................................................................................46
Figure 6-20: Manage an application.....................................................................................................47
Figure 6-21: Desktop Settings..............................................................................................................48
Figure 7-1: Accessing Wi-Fi in Settings menu .....................................................................................50
Figure 7-2: Available Wi-Fi networks....................................................................................................51
Figure 7-3: Wi-Fi Settings.....................................................................................................................51
Figure 7-4: Bluetooth............................................................................................................................52
Figure 8-1: Choose the Account type...................................................................................................53
Figure 8-2: Enter Email address and Password...................................................................................54
Figure 8-3: Setting Unlock screen password/pin/pattern .....................................................................55
Figure 8-4: Setup source of credentials ...............................................................................................55
Figure 8-5: Account Configuration........................................................................................................56
Figure 8-6: Account options..................................................................................................................57
Figure 8-7: Email account configured and account activated ..............................................................57
Figure 8-8: Compose email..................................................................................................................58
Figure 9-1: Options to play music.........................................................................................................60
Figure 9-2: Videos available in the SD card.........................................................................................61
Figure 9-3: Marquis Camera user interface..........................................................................................62
Figure 10-1: Navigating to turn on GPS ...............................................................................................64
Figure 11-1: Widget tab........................................................................................................................65
Figure 11-2: Configure Image widget...................................................................................................66
Figure 11-3: Configure to set bookmark...............................................................................................66
Figure 12-1: Navigating to System Update option in Settings..............................................................67
Figure 12-2: Check for Firmware updates............................................................................................68
Figure 12-3: Firmware update available...............................................................................................68
Figure 12-4: Downloading the Firmware update ..................................................................................68
Figure 12-5: Download Successful dialog............................................................................................69

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List of Tables
Table 3-1 : Legend descriptions for the Tablet schematics..................................................................12
Table 4-1: Keystroke combinations......................................................................................................16
Table 4-2: Task Bar legends ................................................................................................................20
Table 9-1: Settings for still image.........................................................................................................62
Table 9-2: Settings for Video capture...................................................................................................63

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1 Introduction
1.1 Welcome
Congratulations on the purchase of the Marquis tablet. Welcome to a host of information and
entertainment augmented by a great user-experience.
Figure 1-1: Marquis Tablet
1.2 About this Guide
This guide describes how to use the Marquis Android tablet, with detailed instructions for all the
functionalities provided.
1.3 Instructional icons
Warning or a Caution notification
Battery related function
Note or information to be aware of
Wi-Fi related operation
Actions not to be performed

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2 Unpacking your Marquis tablet
Your Marquis tablet (Product ID - MP 977) comes packaged in a protective box that also holds:
Quick Start Guide
USB Power Adapter (Wall Charger)
30 Pin Connector to USB Cable
Cleaning Cloth
Micro SD Card (2GB)
Warranty card
Upon unpacking the box, please verify that everything listed is included.

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3 Getting to know your tablet
3.1 Tablet Views & Features
Figure 3-1: Different views of the tablet
Table 3-1 : Legend descriptions for the Tablet schematics
Number
What is it
How to use it
1
Micro SD Card slot
External storage card for additional
storage requirements.
2
30-Pin connector for
Battery charging /USB
Plug in the supplied adaptor to charge
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Number
What is it
How to use it
PC
3
Headphone jack
Plug your headphone into this jack.
4
Ambient light sensor
Adjusts screen brightness according
to lighting conditions.
5
Camera
2MP front-facing camera for video
calling and for taking pictures up to
1600x1200 pixel resolution.
6
Microphone
Recessed microphone.
7
Volume - Up/Down
button
Press Up/Down on the switch to
increase/decrease the volume.
8
Power ON button
Long press to Power On/Off the
tablet. Short press to lock/unlock the
tablet.
9
Speakers
Flush speakers for stereo audio
output.
10
Reset Key
Pin hole to access Reset key ; can
be used for restarting the device if it
stops responding due to any reason
3.2 Functionalities
Marquis tablet offers you an amazing infotainment experience literally at your finger tips.
Seamlessly stay connected to a Wireless network and Browse the Internet and check your
mail box (multiple email accounts),
View high definition videos, and get socially networked through voice/video chat.
Listen to high quality music.
Use the onboard GPS to navigate your way and get around unknown places.
Carry your multimedia content on a microSD card (up to 32GB)
Local connectivity to Bluetooth enabled devices for exchanging multimedia content
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3.3 Setting it up for the first time
Your Marquis tablet is ready for use. An SD card is available in the kit for additional storage.
However, it is not required for basic operations/storage.
1. Insert the micro SD card and connect the power cable to charge the tablet as shown in the
Figure 3-2.
Please ensure that the microSD card is inserted in the direction as shown (printed side
facing up); improper insertion could damage the card or the card slot
2. Your device has built-in battery. Before using the device for the first time, you must charge
the battery.
3. You may need to charge for about 4 hours to reach full charge. After that, you may charge it
as and when needed.
Figure 3-2: Slots for the Micro SD card & Charger/USB plug
3.4 Recommended operating mode
Your Tablet is designed to operate as a portable battery operated device. The device would
need to be charged periodically based on the usage .The device should be charged using the
supplied wall adaptor only. .
It is suggested to use an external micro SD card reader to transfer data from a desktop or laptop
computer.
It is not recommended to use the device over prolonged duration, when it is getting
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4 Basics of using your tablet
4.1 Power on the tablet
Press Power Key for about 5 seconds till you see the Marquis logo on the screen. The device would
also provide a mild vibration immediately after the logo is displayed. The Tablet would be ready to
use in approximately 35 seconds after the power on.
When your battery is low, the device will beep and display a low battery message. Recharge
your battery to continue using your device. If the battery level becomes too low, the device will
automatically power off.
4.2 Charging the tablet
Connect the 30-Pin connector for USB/Battery (this is packaged in the box) to the connector in the
top of the tablet.
4.3 Using the Touch screen
Marquis provides you with a touch screen to communicate with the tablet. So, touch with your finger
to make your selections.
Important: Do not use objects like a pen, pencil or other sharp objects on the touch screen. Avoid
scratching on the touch screen.
Tap - To select any element on the touch screen, tap your finger on the icon. In a List View,
the first item is highlighted. Tap once to open this. To open any other item in the list, tap once
to highlight the required item, then tap again to open it.
Hold –Keep your finger on the icon for a slightly longer time. You need to do this before
dragging and similar operations. If the vibrator mode is on, then the tablet vibrates when an
icon is on hold and can be moved.
Drag –Place your finger on the screen and hold with some pressure. Slide it across the
screen without lifting your finger. Use this to select text or images.
Scroll –Quickly drag your finger up or down the screen in the direction you wish to scroll.
When the list views display a scroll bar, drag the slider up/down to scroll up/down the list.
4.4 Using the onscreen keyboard
The onscreen keyboard comes up automatically every time you touch a text field to enter some text
inside it. Tap on the keys to enter text. The table below gives more information on the use of the
keyboard.

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Figure 4-1: Onscreen keyboard-Default Setting
Table 4-1: Keystroke combinations
Description of action
Keystroke
Effect on the keyboard display
Enter numbers/symbols
The numbers are displayed in the top row
and the symbols in the other rows. The
is replaced by . Click on this key
to revert to default keyboard.
Enter uppercase letters
The letters are displayed in uppercase. To
revert to lowercase, tap again.
Cancel an
entry/Backspace
Tap to go back by 1 character
Go to next text field

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4.4.1 Configuring the language for onscreen keyboard
The Settings button can be used to configure the onscreen keyboard to suit your requirements.
1. Tap . You can set the language and the keyboard settings (Figure 4-2).
2. Tap Input languages to set the language for keyboard input.
Figure 4-2 : Configure onscreen keyboard
3. In the next screen (Figure 4-3), deselect Use System Language and select a language of
your choice from the list displayed.
Figure 4-3: Select language for keyboard input
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4.4.2 Configuring the settings for onscreen keyboard
1. Tap . You can set the language and the keyboard settings.
2. Tap Android Keyboard Settings (Figure 4-4).
Figure 4-4: Set Keyboard Settings
3. Tap to select the desired features.
4.5 Home screen
The Home screen is displayed when you start your tablet or when you wake it up from Power Save
mode. It displays Date/Time and some useful controls and information. It is the starting point for using
applications on your tablet. The default page can be customized to suit your needs. Click the Menu
Button (on the top right corner) to view all the installed applications.
Your tablet may come with default wallpaper different from the illustrations in this
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Figure 4-5: Home screen
4.6 Task Bar
The Task bar is always displayed at the bottom active screen. It enables navigation and shows icons
of the enabled features. In this screen shot, it shows that the Wi-Fi, microphone and earphones are
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Table 4-2: Task Bar legends
Icons
What is it
How to use it
Back
Tap to go back or to previous screen
Home
Tap to go to the Home Page
Switch Screen
Tap to Display the last opened
applications. A maximum of 20
applications can be displayed
USB
Shows that the tablet is connected to a
computer as a storage device or for
charging.
Keyboard
Shows that onscreen keyboard is
active.
Snapshot /
print screen
Press power button and volume down
switch together to capture the current
screen and store it in memory. Any new
captured screen will create this icon in
the taskbar.
Battery level
indication
Shows level of battery charge.
Battery
charging
When the tablet is charging, this icon is
displayed in the task bar.
Wi-Fi
connected
When the tablet is connected to a Wi-Fi
network, this icon is displayed in the
task bar.
Download in
progress
When any download is in progress, this
icon is displayed.
Mail /
application
New mail notification.
4.7 Locking the tablet
Press the power key briefly to lock /sleep your tablet. When your tablet is not in use for a while (user-
defined time), the tablet automatically goes into sleep mode. This saves on power and avoids
unauthorized use of any services.