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Chapter 1:
Hardware Setup
Chapter 1:  Hardware Setup 
						

							
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Audio speakers
The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audios straight from your 
ASUS Tablet. Audio features are software controlled.
Touch screen panel
The touch screen panel allows you to operate your ASUS Tablet using the 
stylus or touch gestures.
Getting to know your ASUS Tablet
Front view 
						

							
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Front camera
This built-in front camera allows you to take pictures or record videos 
using your ASUS Tablet.
Proximity sensor
The proximity sensor detects the distance between you and your ASUS 
Tablet. When you use your ASUS Tablet to make or receive a call, it 
automatically disables the touch function and switches off the backlight.
Ambient light sensor
The ambient light sensor detects the amount of light in your environment. 
It allows the system to automatically adjust the brightness of the display 
depending on the ambient light condition. 
						

							
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Rear view
MicroSD card slot
The ASUS Tablet comes with a built-in memory card reader slot that 
supports microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC card formats. 
						

							
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Volume button
The volume button allows you to increase or decrease the volume level of 
your ASUS Tablet. 
In addition, you can also do any of the following using the volume button:
q
 
Press and hold the volume down button to activate Vibrate Mode.
q 
Press and hold the volume up button to show and adjust the music, 
message alert, and time alarm volumes.
q 
When in Vibrate mode, press the volume down button once to switch 
to Silent Mode.
Power button
Press the power button for about two (2) seconds to turn your ASUS Tablet 
on or wake it up from standby mode.
To turn your ASUS Tablet off, press the power button for about (2) seconds and when prompted, tap Power Off then tap OK.
To lock your ASUS Tablet or put it to standby mode, press and quickly release the power button.
In the event that your ASUS Tablet becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for about four (4) seconds to force it to shut down.
IMPORTANT!  
• When your ASUS Tablet is inactive for fifteen (15) seconds, it will 
automatically go to standby mode.
•  Forcing the system to restart may result to data loss. We strongly 
recommend that you back up your data regularly.
Rear camera
This built-in rear camera allows you to take high-definition pictures or 
record high-definition videos using your ASUS Tablet. 
						

							
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Speaker/Headset port
This port allows you to connect your ASUS Tablet to amplified speakers or 
a headset.
IMPORTANT!  This port does not support an external microphone.
Micro SIM card slot
The ASUS Tablet comes with a built-in micro SIM (Subscriber Identity 
Module) card slot that supports GSM and WCDMA network bands.
NOTE:  Refer to section Installing a micro SIM card	for more details.
Microphone
The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice 
narrations or simple audio recordings.
Micro USB 2.0 port
Use the micro USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 port to charge the battery 
pack or supply power to your ASUS Tablet. This port also allows you to 
transfer data from your computer to your ASUS Tablet and vice-versa.
NOTE:  When you connect your ASUS Tablet to the USB port on your 
computer, your ASUS Tablet will be charged only when it is in sleep mode 
(screen off ) or turned off. 
						

							
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Chapter 2: 
Using your ASUS Tablet
Chapter 2:
Using your ASUS Tablet 
						

							
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Setting up your ASUS Tablet
Installing a micro SIM card
Before you can make calls, send text messages, or connect to a mobile broadband network using your ASUS Tablet, you need to install a micro SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card.
To install a micro SIM card:
1. 
Insert the tip of the bundled micro SIM card tray eject pin to eject the micro 
SIM card tray.
2. Pull out the micro SIM card tray and place the micro SIM card on the tray with 
the metal contacts facing up.
Metal contacts 
						

							
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3. 
Align and insert the micro SIM card tray back to the slot. 
						

							
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Charging your ASUS Tablet
Charge your ASUS Tablet for eight (8) hours before using it in battery mode for the first time.
Connect the micro USB cable to the power adapter.
Plug the micro USB connector into your ASUS Tablet.
Plug the power adapter into a grounded power outlet.
To charge your ASUS Tablet: