Toshiba Encore 2 Instruction Manual

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Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter provides tips for using your device effectively, 
summarizes how to connect components, and explains what 
to do the first time you use your device.
Please read the safety instruction information on the Quick 
Start document (that shipped with your device) carefully and 
make sure you fully understand the instructions before you 
attempt to use your device in order to avoid potential 
hazards that could cause bodily injury, property damage, or 
damage the device.
Selecting a place to work
Your device is portable and designed to be used in a variety 
of circumstances and locations. 
						

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Features and components
Features and components
For further details on each of the items listed in the following 
section, be sure to follow the provided references to sections 
later in this document.
Front
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
(Sample Illustration) Front view
❖Front Web Camera*—Allows you to take still photos 
(includes flash settings) or record videos. For more 
information, see “Using the Web Camera” on page 76.
Display
Front Web Camera*
*Available on certain models
WT8 model WT10 model
Front Web Camera* 
						

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Features and components
Back
   
 
 
 
 
 
(Sample Illustration) Back view
❖Back Camera*—Allows you to take still photos 
(includes flash settings) or record videos.
❖
Speakers—Allow you to listen to sounds on your 
device. For more information, see “Exploring audio 
features” on page 74.
Left side
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 (Sample Illustration) Left side view
❖Headphone/Microphone jack—Allows you to listen 
to or record sounds onto your device. For more 
information, see “Using external speakers or 
headphones” on page 75.
*Available on certain models
Speakers
WT8 model WT10 model
Back Camera*Back Camera*
WT8 model
WT10 model
Headphone/Microphone jack
Speaker
Micro USB port
microSD™ slot
Micro HDMI™ port 
						

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Features and components
❖Speaker—Allows you to listen to sounds on your 
device. For more information, see “Exploring audio 
features” on page 74.
❖
microSD™ slot—Supports the use of microSD™ 
(SD™) media. For more information, see “Using a 
microSD™ Card” on page 76.
❖
Micro HDMI™ port—Allows connection to an 
HDMI™-compatible television or external display device.
❖
Micro USB port—Allows the transfer of data via the 
USB cable and charging of the battery via the USB/AC 
adaptor.
Right side
   
 
 
 
 
 
 (Sample Illustration) Right side view
❖Internal microphone—Allows you to record sounds 
using the device’s internal microphone or an optional 
external microphone. You can listen to audio files using 
the built-in speakers, headphones, or external speakers.
❖
microSD™ slot—Supports the use of microSD™ 
(SD™) media. For more information, see “Using a 
microSD™ Card” on page 76.
❖
Volume control button—Allows you to 
increase/decrease the volume.
❖
Power button—Turns the device on and off. Press and 
hold the button for several seconds to turn the device 
ON/OFF. Press the button quickly to wake the device 
from Sleep mode or to place it into Sleep mode. For 
more information, see “To Shut down your device” on 
page 40.
Power button
Volume control buttonmicroSD™ slot
Internal microphone
WT8 model
WT10 model
Speaker 
						

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Features and components
❖Speaker—Allows you to listen to sounds on your 
device.
To p
   
 
 
 
 
 (Sample Illustration) Top view
❖Headphone/Microphone jack—Allows you to listen 
to or record sounds onto your device. For more 
information, see “Using external speakers or 
headphones” on page 75.
❖
Windows® button—Allows you to toggle between the 
Desktop and the last app opened, or between the 
Desktop and Start screens if no apps are open.
❖
Micro USB port—Allows the transfer of data via the 
USB cable and charging of the battery via the USB/AC 
adaptor.
❖
Volume control button—Allows you to 
increase/decrease the volume.
❖
Power button—Turns the device on and off. Press and 
hold the button for several seconds to turn the device 
ON/OFF. Press the button quickly to wake the device 
from Sleep mode or to place it into Sleep mode. For 
more information, see “To Shut down your device” on 
page 40.
Headphone/Microphone jack
Windows® button
Micro USB port
WT8 model
WT10 model
Internal microphone
Windows® buttonPower button
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Setting up your device
Bottom
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
(Sample Illustration) Bottom view
❖Strap hook—Allows you to connect a pen strap to the 
device.
The pen is not included with your device.
Setting up your device
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps 
up to and including “Setting up your software” on 
page 39 before adding external or internal components 
to your device. These components include, but are not 
limited to, a mouse, keyboard, and printer.
Your device contains a rechargeable battery that need to be 
charged before you can use it.
To use external power or to charge the battery you must 
attach the USB/AC adaptor. See “Connecting to a power 
source” on page 37. 
Please handle your device carefully to avoid scratching or 
damaging the surface.
Strap hookWT8 model
WT10 model
Strap hook
NOTE
NOTE 
						

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Connecting to a power source
Connecting to a power source
Your device requires power to operate. Use the USB Power 
cable and USB/AC adaptor to connect the device to a live 
electrical outlet, or to charge the device’s battery. 
Always confirm that the USB/AC adaptor (and extension 
cable plug if used) has been fully inserted into the socket, 
to ensure a secure electrical connection. Failure to do so 
may result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in 
serious injury.
Be careful if you use a multiple connector. An overload on 
one socket could cause a fire or electric shock, possibly 
resulting in serious injury.
Always use the TOSHIBA USB/AC adaptor that was 
provided with your device, or use USB/AC adaptors 
specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other 
damage to the device. Use of an incompatible USB/AC 
adaptor could cause fire or damage to the device 
possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no 
liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible 
adaptor.
To connect AC power to the device:
1Connect the USB Power cable to the USB/AC adaptor.
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to 
lead, a chemical known to the State of California to 
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 
Wash hands after handling.
2Plug the USB Power cable into the Micro USB port on 
the device.
Do not force the plug into device.
3Connect the USB/AC adapter to a live electrical outlet.
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NOTE 
						

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Charging the battery
Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug 
with wet hands. Failure to follow this instruction could 
result in an electric shock, possibly resulting in serious 
injury.
Charging the battery
The device’s battery is not accessible by the user.
Before using the battery to power the device, you must 
charge the battery.
To charge the battery, leave the device plugged into the 
USB/AC adaptor with the device turned off.
Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the 
applications power management settings, and features 
used.
Using the device for the first time
The device is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using 
it, see “Exploring Your Device’s Features” on page 68.
Turning on the power 
To turn on the device:
1Make sure any external devices (such as the USB/AC 
adaptor, if you plan to use AC power rather than battery 
power) are properly connected and ready.
2Check to ensure that all slots are empty.
3Press and hold the Power button for several seconds.
   (Sample Illustration) Turning on the power
NOTE
NOTE 
						

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Registering your device with Toshiba
Initial setup
The Startup screen is the first screen displayed when you 
turn on your device for the first time. Follow the on-screen 
instructions on each screen in order to properly install the 
operating system and begin using your device.
Setting up your software
When you turn on the device for the first time, do not turn 
off the power again until the operating system has loaded 
completely. 
The names of windows displayed, and the order in which 
windows appear, may vary according to your software 
setup choices.
The first time you turn on your device, the setup guides you 
through steps to set up your software. Follow the on-screen 
instructions.
Registering your device with Toshiba
Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows 
Toshiba to send you periodic updates, announcements, and 
special offers applicable to your Product. Product 
registration can be completed by one of three methods:
1From the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com: 
Touch a field to activate the on-screen keyboard, type in 
the requested information, and complete the registration 
process.
2From the Desktop screen: Press the 
Windows® () 
button on the side of the device to display the Start 
screen and swipe in from the right edge of the screen. 
When the Windows
® charms appear, touch the Search 
() charm and, in the Search field, type Registration. 
In the list that appears, touch 
Toshiba Registration 
and complete the registration process.
Failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish 
your rights under the Toshiba Standard Limited Warranty.
To register online, an Internet connection is required.
NOTE
NOTE 
						

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To Shut down your device
To Shut down your device
1Press the Windows® ( ) button on the side of the 
device to display the Start screen and swipe in from the 
right edge of the screen.
2When the Windows
® charms appear, touch the Settings 
( ) charm.
Pressing the power button before shutting down the 
Windows® operating system could cause you to lose 
your work.
3In the lower right of the screen touch the 
Power () 
icon.
  (Sample Image) Shut down
4Touch the Shut down option.
The device closes all open applications, shuts down the 
operating system, and then turns off.
To place your device in Sleep mode
1Press the Windows® ( ) button on the side of the 
device to display the Start screen and swipe in from the 
right edge of the screen.
2When the Windows
® charms appear, touch the Settings 
( ) charm.
If you power down using the Sleep command and the 
battery discharges fully, your unsaved information will be 
lost. Be sure to save your work first.
Power
Shut down option