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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide ThinkPad Tablet...
  • Page 2 • Appendix C “Notices” on page 99 The Safety and Warranty Guide and the Regulatory Notice have been uploaded to the Web site. To refer to them, go to http://support.lenovo.com, and then touch Guides & Manuals. First Edition (August 2011) ©...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Importing Wi-Fi profiles from a ThinkPad notebook computer to your tablet ..© Copyright Lenovo 2011 Configuring the wireless network disconnect policy ....
  • Page 4 Chapter 12. Getting support ..87 Lenovo technical support ..Lenovo user forums... . . Appendix A. Regulatory information .

  • Page 5: Read This First

    Do not attempt to replace the internal battery: Replacement of the internal rechargeable battery must be done by a Lenovo-authorized repair facility or a Lenovo-authorized technician. Lenovo-authorized repair facilities or technicians recycle Lenovo batteries according to local laws and regulations.
  • Page 6 • The charging device has been exposed to rain, liquid, or excessive moisture. • The charging device shows signs of physical damage. • You want to clean the charging device. Lenovo is not responsible for the performance or safety of products not manufactured or approved by Lenovo. Prevent hearing damage: Your tablet has a headphone connector.
  • Page 7 WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. © Copyright Lenovo 2011...
  • Page 8 User Guide...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Product Overview

    Micro-USB connector ThinkPad Tablet Dock connector SIM card slot Emergency reset hole 3-in-1 media card reader USB connector © Copyright Lenovo 2011 Speaker ThinkPad Tablet Pen storage ThinkPad Tablet Pen string holes Volume control button Ambient light sensor Front-facing camera...
  • Page 10 ThinkPad Tablet Dock connector Use this connector to connect a ThinkPad Tablet Dock. The ThinkPad Tablet Dock is available as an option from Lenovo at http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html. For more information, see “Using the ThinkPad Tablet Dock” on page 59. SIM card slot Open the card slot cover to access the Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card slot.
  • Page 11 USB connector Open the USB connector cover to access the full-size USB connector. Use the full-size USB connector to connect a compatible USB device, such as a USB storage device or a USB keyboard. See “Using the full-size USB connector” on page 47. If your tablet comes with a ThinkPad Tablet Keyboard Folio Case or you have purchased one, use this connector to connect the keyboard.

  • Page 12: Accessories

    If your tablet is sold without the pen, it is available as an option from Lenovo at http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html. For more information, see “Using the ThinkPad Tablet Pen”...

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Integrated cameras • Front-facing camera, 2 megapixel • Rear-facing camera, 5 megapixel Connectors • One mini HDMI connector • One USB 2.0 connector • One micro USB connector • One ThinkPad Tablet Dock connector Card slot or card reader • SIM card slot •...

  • Page 14: Preinstalled Widgets And Applications

    Contact Email View a list of recently received e-mails. Touch to launch the Email application. Features and Messages Get notifications about the latest software updates from Lenovo and third-party service providers. Google Search Search for information on the Internet. Gmail Check for recently received e-mails from your Gmail account.
  • Page 15 Find, shop for, download, and read Kindle eBooks from the massive selection. Download or purchase music from the Amazon MP3 store. Browse, download, and install games and applications from Lenovo App Shop. View international news and listen to the latest news headlines and BBC World Service radio.
  • Page 16 Application Description Voice Search Perform a search by speaking your search terms. YouTube View and upload YouTube videos from your tablet. Zinio Reader Purchase and view digital magazines from Zinio. User Guide...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2. Getting Started

    2. Locate the SIM card slot and open the SIM card slot cover. To locate the SIM card slot, see “Tablet layout” on page 1. 3. Push the SIM card inward and then release it. The SIM card ejects. Gently slide the SIM card out of the slot. © Copyright Lenovo 2011...

  • Page 18: Setting Up Your Tablet

    Setting up your tablet The first time you turn on your tablet, the Setup Wizard is displayed to help you set up your tablet step by step. Touch the right arrow to go to the next step after you finish a setting. 1.

  • Page 19: Your Google Account

    2. Touch Can’t access your account? in the Sign in with your Google Account box, and then follow the instructions on the screen to reset your password. on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 20: Home Screens

    Changing the synchronization settings for a Google Account To configure the synchronization settings for a Google Account, do the following: 1. Open the Accounts & sync settings screen. 2. Touch the account that you want to synchronize with your tablet. A list of items that this account can synchronize is displayed.
  • Page 21 Desktop is the area where widgets or application shortcuts are displayed. By default, a Lenovo-unique widget named Lenovo Launch Zone is displayed at the center of the main Home screen. Lenovo Launch Zone provides you with easy access to Android settings, notifications for the latest updates from Lenovo, and customizable launch points to your favorite applications.

  • Page 22: Using The Multitouch Screen

    In this way, you can load your most commonly used applications on Lenovo Launch Zone and access those applications with a simple touch. For instructions on how to change these settings, refer to “Customizing Lenovo Launch Zone” on page 21.

  • Page 23: Using The Onscreen Keyboard

    The onscreen keyboard is displayed automatically anytime you need to type. It automatically rotates to either the portrait or landscape view based on the tablet orientation. Use the onscreen keyboard to type text, numbers, symbols, and other characters. on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch Chapter 2 Getting started...
  • Page 24 When you are done, simply to enable the handwriting mode. to bring up the input method selection dialog box. to bring up the FlexT9 input method selection dialog box. from the system bar. on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 25: Using The Thinkpad Tablet Pen

    The battery-powered ThinkPad Tablet Pen enables you to input text or draw graphics in a natural manner. Some tablets are equipped with a ThinkPad Tablet Pen as a standard feature. For tablets that are shipped without the ThinkPad Tablet Pen, you can order a pen from Lenovo at http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html.

  • Page 26: Screen Lock Mode

    Figure 5. ThinkPad Tablet Pen overview To use the ThinkPad Tablet Pen, hold the pen and gently touch the screen with the tip to accomplish actions such as touch, touch and hold, drag, and slide. You also can touch an item or a blank area with the pen tip and then press the active button to imitate a touch-and-hold operation.

  • Page 27: Downloading Games And Applications

    To extend the functionality of your tablet, download and install additional applications from Android Market and Lenovo App Shop. Both Android Market and Lenovo App Shop provide an easy and quick way for you to shop for games and mobile applications.
  • Page 28 2. Touch the App shortcuts tab, the Widgets tab, or the More tab to select the desired item that you want to add. 3. Drag the item to the Home screen where you want to add it. If you drag it to a Home screen and pause before lifting your finger, the Home screen enlarges so you can place the item where you want it to be located.
  • Page 29 • Display slide show: Choose an image source and configure how often you would like to change a picture. To change other settings, open the Lenovo Launch Zone settings view and touch an item for further configuration. Note: Default applications on Lenovo Launch Zone vary by geographic locations. Therefore, the Launch Zone settings on your tablet might be different from those described in the following table.
  • Page 30 Table 1. Lenovo Launch Zone settings (continued) Menu Options Zone 3: Read Preinstalled e-book readers Select an application Zone 4: Listen Preinstalled music players Select an application Zone 5: Customize Launch browser Show one picture Display slide show Change Launch Zone...

  • Page 31: Chapter 3. Connecting To Wireless Networks And Devices

    Settings. The Android Settings screen opens. 2. Touch Wireless & networks ➙ Mobile networks. 3. Touch Use only 2G networks. © Copyright Lenovo 2011 on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 32: Editing Or Creating A Gsm Access Point Name

    3. Touch a network from the network list, and then follow the instructions on the screen to establish the connection. User Guide on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 33: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network

    3. If the Wi-Fi function is off, touch Wi-Fi to turn it on. 4. Touch the name of the Wi-Fi network. on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 34: Using Bluetooth Devices

    6. Touch the ID of the Bluetooth device to which you want to connect. 7. Touch Pair. User Guide on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...
  • Page 35 4. Touch Bluetooth settings ➙ Show received files. A list of received files is displayed. is displayed on the system bar and a notification is on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the Chapter 3 Connecting to wireless networks and devices...
  • Page 36 The tablet is connected to a Bluetooth device. • : A file is coming from a Bluetooth device. User Guide on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the . A window is on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 37: Chapter 4. Battery And Ac Power

    1. Insert the snap-in prongs into the charger head. Make sure that the connection is secure. Figure 6. Installing the ac charger 2. Connect one end of the USB cable to the ac charger and the other end to the micro USB connector on the tablet. © Copyright Lenovo 2011...
  • Page 38 USB connector of a personal computer or other device that complies with the USB 2.0 standards (slowest charging method) Attention: Use only Lenovo approved chargers. Unauthorized chargers could cause severe damage to your tablet. User Guide Tablet on...

  • Page 39: Extending The Battery Life Between Charges

    Get the approximate status of your battery at any time by checking the battery status icon on the system bar. from the action bar and then touch Settings. The Android Settings from the action bar and then touch Settings. The Android Settings on Lenovo Launch Zone, or on Lenovo Launch Zone, or Chapter 4...
  • Page 40 Settings. The Android Settings screen opens. 2. Touch About tablet ➙ Status. 3. Touch Battery condition. If the battery condition shows Poor, contact Lenovo for further instructions. The battery might need to be replaced with a new one.

  • Page 41: Chapter 5. Using Your Tablet

    The following are a few tips that might help you optimize the use of your tablet. Can I get the User Guide in another language? To download the User Guide in another language, go to http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadUserGuides. Then follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 42: Using The Browser

    Using the browser To open the browser, do one of the following: • Touch the Browser icon from the predefined Lenovo Launch Zone. • Press the Browser button on the right side of your tablet. • Touch the applications icon Navigating the Web •...
  • Page 43 Downloading applications from the Web Note: Applications downloaded from the Web can be from unknown sources. To protect your tablet and personal data, download applications only from trusted sources such as Android Market and Lenovo App Shop. To download a Web application, do the following: from the action bar and then touch Browser.

  • Page 44: Searching The Internet

    3. Touch a bookmark to open the Web site, or touch and hold a bookmark to bring up more options. All the bookmarked Web pages also are accessible from the Lenovo bookmark widget. Add the Lenovo bookmark widget to a Home screen so you can easily scroll through all bookmarks and go directly to a bookmarked Web page from the Home screen.

  • Page 45: Using Enhanced Wireless Features

    Using enhanced wireless features For your easy management of wireless network connections at different locations, Lenovo has enhanced the wireless features with the following functions: • The wireless network profiles import and export function. See “Importing Wi-Fi profiles from a ThinkPad notebook computer to your tablet”...

  • Page 46: Configuring The Wireless Network Disconnect Policy

    5. The following options are displayed. Touch to enable the function or to further configure the setting. • Turn off Wi-Fi when display is off User Guide on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 47: Using Your Tablet For Entertainment

    When enabled, the Wi-Fi connection will be disabled after the screen is locked. You can set when Wi-Fi will be turned off after the screen is locked by touching Set minutes. • Never turn off Wi-Fi when connect to the specified [SSID] When enabled, even if the first option Turn off Wi-Fi when display is off is enabled, the connection to the specified SSID will not be turned off after the screen is locked.
  • Page 48 Camera controls Figure 9. Camera controls Zoom in or out Camera settings controls Shutter or record button Camera mode switch Camera switch Last taken picture or video Taking a picture To take a picture, do the following: 1. Touch the applications icon 2.

  • Page 49: Viewing Pictures

    You also can share your videos with friends through e-mail, or a messaging application, or by uploading them to the YouTube Web site. To launch the default video player, touch Watch from the predefined Lenovo Launch Zone to launch the application. Then scroll and select your favorite movie to watch it.

  • Page 50: Listening To Music

    Your tablet is preinstalled with the Amazon Kindle e-book reader and Zinio magazine reader. You can touch Read from Lenovo Launch Zone to launch the default e-book reader application, or go to the applications library to launch the Amazon Kindle application, the Zinio magazine reader, or other e-book readers that you have downloaded from Android Market.

  • Page 51: Working With Email

    The first time you launch the Email application, you are directed to set up an Email account by doing the following: 1. From the main Home screen, touch Email on Lenovo Launch Zone (or touch the applications icon from the action bar and then touch Email).

  • Page 52: Managing Your Contacts

    3. Touch an item or an e-mail box to configure the settings. Managing your contacts The Contacts application enables you to create, store, and manage information about your friends, family, and colleagues. Adding a contact 1. From the action bar, touch the applications icon 2.

  • Page 53: Managing Recently Launched Applications

    Settings. The Android Settings screen opens. 3. Touch Wireless & networks ➙ Tethering & portable hotspot ➙ USB tethering. from the system bar. A panel opens displaying on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the Chapter 5...

  • Page 54: Working With Usb Devices

    If you choose this option, turn off the tablet screen by pressing the power button. • View contents of SD card (Mount) User Guide on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 55: Using The Full-Size Usb Connector

    To disconnect the USB storage device, do one of the following: • Unplug the USB device or cable directly. ® framework and thus you can use Windows Media Player to on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the Chapter 5 Using your tablet...

  • Page 56: Using Hdmi Devices

    When connected, the onscreen keyboard is disabled automatically and you can start using the USB keyboard immediately. Keyboards can also be set up through the ThinkPad Tablet Dock’s USB connector and Lenovo offers both a ThinkPad USB Keyboard with Trackpoint and mouse combo that can connect through this port.
  • Page 57 Use any one of these cards to extend the storage capability of your tablet. You also can use these cards to share data with a computer or other device that supports these card formats. To locate the 3-in-1 media card reader, see “Tablet layout” on page 1. Inserting a flash media card Attention: Before handling a flash media card, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object.

  • Page 58: Working With The Clock

    5. Touch Ringtone to select a ringtone for the alarm. The ringtone plays briefly when you select it. 6. Touch Label to type a label for the alarm. 7. Touch Done to save your setting. User Guide on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 59: Working With Google Maps And Gps

    Traffic layer, Satellite layer, Terrain layer, or Latitude layer. Touch to find landmarks, places of business, restaurants, and other places near your current location. on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the . The application library opens. . The application library opens. . The application library opens.

  • Page 60: Google Talk

    Google Talk Google Talk is an instant messaging program. Use it to communicate with other Google Talk users by text, audio, or video. To launch the Google Talk application, touch the applications icon Google Talk. Sign in with your Google Account. Note: If you do not have a Google Account, touch Add account to create one.

  • Page 61: Youtube

    YouTube YouTube is Google’s online video streaming service that enables you to view videos and upload your own videos to share with others. Waching videos on YouTube To view YouTube videos, do the following: 1. From the action bar, touch the applications icon 2.
  • Page 62 User Guide...

  • Page 63: Copyright Lenovo

    Chapter 6. ThinkPad Tablet options Your tablet might come with a ThinkPad Tablet Keyboard Folio Case or a ThinkPad Tablet Dock. If your tablet does not come with one, you can purchase one from Lenovo at http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html. The ThinkPad Tablet Keyboard Folio Case and the ThinkPad Tablet Dock are option devices that Lenovo designed specifically for the ThinkPad Tablet.

  • Page 64: Thinkpad Tablet Dock

    ThinkPad Tablet Dock The ThinkPad Tablet Dock holds your tablet in an upright position and frees your hands to do other tasks. It also provides you easy access to connectors for USB devices, file transfers, charging, audio input, audio output, and video output. Figure 11.
  • Page 65 1. Open the USB cover on the tablet by sliding it to the left. Figure 13. Opening the USB cover 2. Align the USB connector on the tablet with the USB connector on the keyboard folio case and slide the tablet downward until the two USB connectors are connected. Figure 14.
  • Page 66 • View notifications from Lenovo • Open the Android Settings screen • Open the menu for the current application • Launch Google Search Screen control • Go back to the previous screen • Lock the screen • Zoom in •...

  • Page 67: Using The Thinkpad Tablet Dock

    Using the ThinkPad Tablet Dock To connect your tablet to the dock, do the following: 1. Position your tablet with the dock connector side downward. 2. Align the dock connector on the tablet with the connector on the dock. 3. Gently slide your tablet into the dock until it is fully seated as shown in the following illustration. Figure 16.
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  • Page 69: Chapter 7. Using Your Tablet Within An Enterprise

    Settings. The Android Settings screen opens. © Copyright Lenovo 2011 on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...
  • Page 70 2. Touch Wireless & networks ➙ VPN settings. All the VPNs that you have added are listed on the VPN settings screen. 3. Touch your company’s VPN. 4. In the dialog box that opens, type the requested credentials and touch Connect. When you are connected to a VPN, a notification icon is displayed on the system bar, to the left of the time.

  • Page 71: Chapter 8. Security

    • PIN: Type a series of numbers. • Password: Type a series of characters, numbers, or a combination of both. © Copyright Lenovo 2011 from the action bar. from the action on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 72: Encrypting The Tablet Internal Storage

    Google or other e-mail account settings, system and application data and settings, and downloaded applications. • For other unlock modes, if you forget the password, PIN, or pattern, contact Lenovo support for system reset. Changing the screen unlock password, PIN, or pattern To change the screen unlock password, PIN, or pattern, do the following: 1.

  • Page 73: Encrypting The Flash Media Card

    After you input a correct password or PIN, you will be able to access data on the encrypted card. Note: If you attempt to read an encrypted flash media card on a computer, you will not be able to access the contents of the card under any circumstances. on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the Chapter 8 Security...
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  • Page 75: Chapter 9. You And Your Tablet

    Note that there are many ThinkPad product solutions available to help you modify and expand your tablet to best suit your needs. Access the Web site http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html to view some of these options. Explore your options for docking solutions and external products that can provide the adjustability and features that you want.

  • Page 76: Getting Updates

    Accessibility. Touch the desired item to enable the function. Getting updates Your tablet provides automatic notification for updates available for the Android operating system and updates available from Lenovo. User Guide from the on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...

  • Page 77: Traveling With Your Tablet

    The application icon is displayed in Lenovo Launch Zone only when there are unread system notifications from Lenovo. See “Lenovo Launch Zone” on page 12. Touch the icon to open a message box to check for detailed information about the updates, and then follow the instructions to update your tablet if you want.

  • Page 78: Travel Accessories

    Your tablet has a highly sensitive multitouch screen. Any tiny scratch or abrasion will affect the performance of the multitouch screen. To protect the screen from scratching, clean the screen first and then apply a replaceable film on the screen. The replaceable films are available from Lenovo at http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html.

  • Page 79: Chapter 10. Settings

    (VPNs), connect other devices to the Internet using your tablet’s mobile data connection, and turn off all radios by enabling the Airplane mode. © Copyright Lenovo 2011 on Lenovo Launch Zone, or touch the...
  • Page 80 To enable a setting, touch the setting item to select the check box. When a setting is enabled, a green check is displayed in the check box. To disable a setting, touch the setting item to clear the check box. If other actions are required, follow the instruction on the screen.
  • Page 81 Table 3. Wireless & networks settings (continued) Menu Submenu Find nearby devices Tethering & portable USB tethering hotspot Note: The Tethering Portable Wi-Fi hotspot & portable hotspot function might not be supported by all carriers. Configure Wi-Fi hotspot Bluetooth tethering Help VPN settings Add VPN...

  • Page 82: Sound

    Sound Use the Sound settings to configure how, and at what volume, the tablet plays music and audio from other media, notification ringtones, and alarms. You also can use these settings to pick the notification ringtone you prefer and set whether you hear audible feedback when touching, locking, or unlocking the screen. To enable a setting, touch the setting item to select the check box.

  • Page 83: Location & Security

    Table 5. Display settings (continued) Menu Submenu Animation No animation Some animations All animations (default) Timeout X second/minute Note: X stands for a number. Attached display Location & security Use the Location & security settings to configure how you want the tablet to determine your location (this affects accuracy) and how you want to share your location with Google and others.

  • Page 84: Applications

    View which applications are using the battery power since you last charged your tablet. Enable to allow the installation of applications from sources other than Android Market. Note: This option must be enabled to allow installation of applications from Lenovo App Shop.

  • Page 85: Accounts & Sync

    Table 7. Applications settings (continued) Menu Submenu Development USB debugging Stay awake Allow mock locations HDCP checking Accounts & sync Use the Accounts & Sync settings to add, remove, and manage your Google Accounts and other accounts. You also use these settings to control how and whether applications send, receive, and synchronize data on their own schedules, and whether applications can synchronize user data automatically.

  • Page 86: Privacy

    Privacy Use the Privacy settings to manage whether your settings and other data are backed up to Google servers with your Google Account. You also use these settings to erase all the data on your tablet by performing a factory data reset operation. To enable a setting, touch the setting item to select the check box.

  • Page 87: Storage

    To enable a setting, touch the setting item to select the check box. When a setting is enabled, a green check is displayed in the check box. To disable a setting, touch the setting item to clear the check box. If other actions are required, follow the instruction on the screen.

  • Page 88: Language & Input

    Table 11. Storage settings (continued) Menu Submenu Internal Total space storage Applications Downloads Pictures, Videos Audio (music, ringtones, podcast etc) Misc. Available USB storage Total space Available Mount USB storage Language & input Use the Language & input settings to select the language you want to work with on your tablet, and to configure the settings of input method.

  • Page 89: Accessibility

    Table 12. Language & input settings (continued) Menu Submenu Voice output Listen to an example (Text-to-speech settings) Always use my Note: If you do settings not have speech synthesizer data Default engine installed, only the Install voice data Install voice data option is available.

  • Page 90: Date & Time

    To enable a setting, touch the setting item to select the check box. When a setting is enabled, a green check is displayed in the check box. To disable a setting, touch the setting item to clear the check box. If other actions are required, follow the instruction on the screen.

  • Page 91: About Tablet

    Open a screen that reports the latest availabile Android software updates for your tablet. View information about your battery status, mobile network connection, and other details. Status Note: If you see Poor under Battery condition, contact Lenovo for further instructions. The battery might need to be replaced with a new one. Battery use View a list of the applications and operating system components you have used since you last charged the tablet, sorted by the amount of power they have used.
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  • Page 93: Chapter 11. Troubleshooting Problems

    Be aware that the problems and solutions described in this chapter are meant only as a guide. They are not definitive problem solving techniques. For some problems, you might need help from Lenovo, your reseller, or your service provider.

  • Page 94: Recovering From A Severe Software Problem

    – If you are using a headset, unplug it, then plug it in again. – The volume is not turned to the lowest level. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo for technical support. • Problem: A song, video, or other media file cannot be played.

  • Page 95: Chapter 12. Getting Support

    Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) that apply to your hardware available. For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that applies to your tablet, refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your tablet.

  • Page 96: Lenovo User Forums

    Lenovo user forums Lenovo Forums on the Lenovo Web site provides you with a place to search the community knowledge base for your tablet, share and discover information with other users, make suggestions to Lenovo, ask questions on problems you encountered, and get technical support from Lenovo engineers.

  • Page 97: Appendix A. Regulatory Information

    Due to the fact that integrated wireless cards operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes they are safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

  • Page 98: Location Of The Ultraconnect Wireless Antennas

    In some situations or environments, the use of integrated wireless cards might be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations and areas might for example include: • Using the integrated wireless cards onboard of airplanes, in hospitals or near petrol stations, blasting areas (with electro-explosive devices), medical implants or body-worn electronic medical devices.

  • Page 99: Export Classification Notice

    • Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than specified or recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 100: European Union - Compliance To The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

    Geräte der Klasse B. Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Gropiusplatz 10, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse B.

  • Page 101: Japanese Vcci Class B Statement

    Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase Lenovo product service information for Taiwan Additional regulatory information For more information about the wireless regulatory notices, refer to the Regulatory Notice that came with your tablet.
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  • Page 103: Appendix B. Environmental, Recycling, And Disposal Information

    Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources.

  • Page 104: Recycling Information For Brazil

    If you want to replace it with a new one, contact your place of purchase or ask for a repair service provided by Lenovo. If you have replaced it by yourself and want to dispose of the disused lithium battery, insulate it with vinyl tape, contact your place of purchase, and follow their instructions.

  • Page 105: Battery Recycling Information For Taiwan

    WEEE and minimize any potential effects of EEE on the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances. For additional WEEE information, go to http://www.lenovo.com/lenovo/environment. Battery recycling information for Taiwan...

  • Page 106: China Recycling Information For Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee)

    Equipment (WEEE) China substance disclosure table Turkish RoHS The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE). Ukraine RoHS User Guide...

  • Page 107: Appendix C. Notices

    Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service might be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right might be used instead.

  • Page 108: Trademarks

    Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Access Connections Lenovo ThinkPad TrackPoint UltraConnect Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows, and Windows Media are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
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