Verizon ellipsis 8 User manual

User guide.

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Table of Contents
Section 1. Getting Started ................................ 5
Understanding this User Guide ............................................5
Front ............................................................................................8
Back.............................................................................................9
Sides...........................................................................................11
Charge the Tablet................................................................... 13
Memory Card........................................................................... 14
Turning Your Tablet On/O ................................................. 15
Unlocking the Screen............................................................ 15
Setup Wizard........................................................................... 16
Setting Up Your Google Account....................................... 17
Setting Up Additional Accounts......................................... 17
Setting Up Social Networking Accounts ......................... 18
Section 2. Messaging...................................... 19
Types of Messages................................................................ 19
Email.......................................................................................... 19
Gmail ......................................................................................... 21
Message+.................................................................................22
Section 3. Apps ................................................23
Managing Applications........................................................ 23
Using Recent Apps ............................................................... 32
The Pre-loaded Applications ............................................. 33
Tech Coach for Ellipsis 8 HD Customers........................ 40

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Using Camera......................................................................... 43
Using Google Photos ........................................................... 56
Using Clock.............................................................................. 61
Using Play Store.................................................................... 66
Using Maps ..............................................................................67
Widgets.....................................................................................67
Notification Panel ................................................................. 70
Section 4. Connections .................................. 72
Wi-Fi...........................................................................................72
Bluetooth..................................................................................76
Wi-Fi Direct............................................................................. 80
Tethering ................................................................................. 82
Connecting to a Computer................................................. 84
Section 5. Settings .......................................... 87
More Wireless and Network Settings...............................87
Device ..................................................................................... 101
Personal..................................................................................122
System ................................................................................... 140
Section 6. Health and Safety Information . 152
Important Safety Precautions..........................................152
Additional Safety Guidelines ............................................154
Caring for Your Device........................................................155
Federal Communication Commission Interference
Statement ..............................................................................157
RF Exposure Information (SAR) ......................................158
WEEE....................................................................................... 161

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Section 7. Warranty Information ................. 162
Warranty Period ...................................................................162
Limited Warranty Statement ............................................162
Disclaimer of Warranties; Exclusion of Liability ..........163

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Section 1. Getting Started
Understanding this User Guide
The sections of this guide generally follow the
features of your device:
• The safety information beginning on page 87
provides the important information that you
should know before using your device.
This guide gives navigation instructions according
to the default display settings. If you select other
settings, navigation steps may be dierent.
Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this
guide assume that you are starting from the Home
screen. To get to the Home screen, you may need to
unlock the device.
All screen images in this guide are for your reference
only. Actual displays may vary, depending on the
software version of your device and any changes to
the device’s Settings.
NOTE: Instructions in this guide are based on default
settings, and may vary from your device, depending on the
software version on your device, and any changes to the
device’s Settings.

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Special Text
In this guide, you’ll find text that is set apart from
the rest. These are intended to point out important
information, share quick methods for activating
features, to define terms, and more. The definitions
for these methods are as follows:
• NOTE: Presents alternative options for the
current feature or menu.
• TIP: Provides quick or innovative methods, or
useful shortcuts.
• IMPORTANT: Points out important information
about the current feature that could affect
performance.
• CAUTION: Brings to your attention important
information to prevent loss of data or
functionality, or even damage to your device.

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Text Conventions
This guide provides condensed information about
how to use your device. To make this possible, the
following text conventions are used to represent
often-used steps:
Arrows are used to represent the
sequence of selecting successive options
in longer, or repetitive, procedures.
For example:
“From the Home screen, tap Apps Settings
.”

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Front
Front camera
Speaker
Back
Home
Recent apps
Front Camera: Take pictures and record videos.
Speaker: Emit sound.

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Back
microSD
card slot
SIM card
slot
Rear camera
Headset jack
Microphones
USB/Charger port
USB/Charger Port: Charge or sync music and files
by connecting the provided USB cable.

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CAUTION:
• Use only an approved charger to charge your tablet.
Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use
of an incompatible charger, may cause damage to your
device and void the warranty.
• Your tablet is equipped with an internal rechargeable
battery that is non-removable. You should never attempt
to open or disassemble this tablet. Doing so may cause
damage that voids your warranty.
Headset Jack: Plug in a 3.5mm headset or
earphones (not included).
Rear Camera: Take pictures and record videos.
Microphone: Record audio.