Asus PadFone User Manual

1User Manual

10Using the onscreen keyboardYou can type text using the onscreen keyboard. In most apps, the onscreen keyboard appears automatically when needed. In

100LED Color Description / StatusSolid blue Fully chargedSlow blue pulse Power on, paired and connectedQuick blue ash Incoming call or while taking a

101Charging your PadFone Stylus HeadsetWe strongly recommend that you charge the battery fully before turning your device on. 4123CAUTION! Double-chec

102Multi-function buttonLED (red/blue light)Turning your PadFone Styus Headset on or offTo turn your PadFone Stylus Headset on:Press the multi-functio

103Pairing and connecting devicesTo pair and connect your devices:1. Ensure that the Bluetooth function in your PadFone Station or Bluetooth mobile d

104Making callsTo make a call:1. Ensure that the devices are paired and connected.2. From your PadFone Station, touch on the Home Screen or go to

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11Using Google voice typingGoogle voice typing uses Google’s speech-recognition technology, that converts spoken words into text input. You must be co

12Connecting to the worldConnecting to mobile networksAfter installing the SIM card, you are ready to use your PadFone to make/receive voice calls or

13Connecting to Wi-Fi networksWi-Fi wireless networking technology allows you to exchange data wirelessly over a network.To use Wi-Fi, enable the Wi-F

14Using BluetoothEnabling or disabling Bluetooth in your deviceBluetooth is a wireless standard used for exchanging data over short distances. Bluetoo

15Pairing your PadFone with a Bluetooth deviceBefore you can connect to a device, you must rst pair your PadFone to that device. Once paired, the dev

16Unpairing and conguring a Bluetooth deviceTo unpair or congure a Bluetooth device:1. Touch to go to the All apps screen then touch Settings .

17Using your PadFone StationInstall your PadFone into your PadFone Station to extend its battery life and turn it into a tablet device.IMPORTANT: Befo

18Entering the camera modeTo enter into Camera mode, touch and drag the lock icon out of the circle to the camera icon.TutorialTutorial automatically

19Home ScreenOpen Google Text searchOpen Google Voice searchReturn to the previous screenReturn to Home ScreenDisplay recent appsOpen All apps screenN

2Copyright © 2012 ASUSTek Computers, Inc. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be repr

20Screen ViewsThe screen view rotates automatically when you hold the tablet horizontally to vertically, and vice versa. To enable/ disable Auto-rotat

21Touching and holdingTouch and hold an application to drag and drop it or its shortcut to another Home Screen page.Touch and hold the Recent Apps Key

22After typing in Google Text Search, touch on the text you have just entered and you will see an insertion point. To move the insertion point, drag o

23Using your PadFone Station DockDock your PadFone Station installed with your PadFone into your PadFone Station Dock to increase its battery life and

24HomePgDpPgUpEndEnterBackspaceTabCaps LockShiftShiftCtrlCtrlAltFnFn567Top view features

2540-pin USB connectorInsert the power adapter into this port to supply power to your PadFone Station Dock and charge the internal battery pack. To pr

266KeyboardThe keyboard provides comfortable key travel, which is the depth that the keys can be pressed to reliably enter the characters, and palm re

27IconDescriptionHomePgDpPgUpEndFnToggles the ambient light sensor ON or OFFHomePgDpPgUpEndFnCaptures the desktop image.HomePgDpPgUpEndFnInitiates the

28Using apps and widgetsYou can seamlessly use applications between your PadFone and PadFone Station.NOTES:PadFone and PadFone Station are purchased s

29Surng the webTouch to launch the browser and surf the web. Managing noticationsNotications alerts you about new messages, calendar events, medi

3Table of ContentsPackage contents ...5Chapter 1: Using your PadFoneBasics

30Touch to dismiss all noticationsSwipe sideways to see more optionsTouch to get into Settings screenTouch to toggle between Outdoor mode and Normal

31Icon DescriptionTouch to enable or disable the auto-rotate screen feature.Touch to enable or disable the Wi-Fi connection.Touch to enable or disable

32Searching your PadFone or webUse the Google Search bar at the top of your Home Screen to help you nd anything that you need from your PadFone or fr

33Watch Calendar Watch Calendar allows you to add, edit, and delete an event or appointment and sync it through your Gmail account.To launch Watch Ca

34MyCloud MyCloud is a convenient app to access your cloud contents and synchronize them with your PadFone, remotely control your computer, and access

35SuperNote SuperNote is a convenient app used for writing and painting on your PadFone. You can take notes, send instant messages, draw sketches, cre

36Using SuperNoteTo create a new notebook:1. Touch .2. Key in a name for the le and choose the page size: For Pad or For Phone. 3. Select a page

37Using the SuperNote NotebookSuperNote Notebook is designed to allow you to scribble and doodle on your PadFone continuously regardless of page lines

38Touch and select Baseline for penmanship guidelines, if necessary.•

392. In Scribble or Keyboard mode, do any of the following: Touch and select from the menus Take photo, Insert picture, Insert the text image, Inse

4Managing notications ...29Searching your PadFone or web ...

40Insert a new page in the notebook or delete to discard unwanted pages.Touch and select Read only to enable Read Only mode to view and ip through

41To use the Doodle feature:1. Touch and select the Doodle mode to create some sketches or drawings. Touch and select Doodle.Touch to select th

42Using apps on the PadFone StationManaging AppsApp shortcutYou can create shortcuts for your favorite apps on your PadFone Home Screen. 1. Touch t

43Removing App from Home ScreenYou can remove app shortcuts from your PadFone Home Screen. The original app will remain in your All apps screen. To re

44App FolderCreate folders to organize your applications and shortcuts on your PadFone Station Home Screen.1. On your PadFone Station’s Home Screen,

45Recent AppsRecent apps are displayed on the left panel of the Home Screen. You can nd detailed information and manage your apps from the Recent App

46Task ManagerASUS widget displays a list of currently running utilities and applications and their usages in percentages on your PadFone. 1. Touch

47File Manager File Manager allows you to easily locate and manage your data either on the internal storage device or the connected external storage

48To access the external storage device:1. Touch the USB or SD card icon on the bottom right corner of your Home Screen to display the notication bo

492. Touch the folder icon to display its contents.To copy, cut, delete, or share les:Tick the le you wish to copy, cut, share, or delete and touch

5Package contentsItem PadFone PadFone StationPadFone Station DockPadFone•PadFone Station•PadFone Station Dock•Power plug*•USB charger•Micro-USB cable•

50Play StoreAccess lots of fun games and tools in the Play Store using your Google account. If you don’t have a Google account, please create one.To a

51IMPORTANT: Download the latest Adobe Flash Player version 11.1.112.60 for ICS devices.5. After signing in, you can start downloading and adding app

52Settings Settings screen allows you to congure the settings of your PadFone Station, including Wireless & networks, Device, Personal, and Syst

53From ASUS Quick Setting:Touch the notication area on the bottom right corner to launch the ASUS Quick Settings panel.Display local date and timeSet

54Silent modeASUS Quick Setting Adjustment PanelTouch any of the following icons to enable or disable its assigned function.Icon and baseline light u

55Music Touch Music on the Home Screen to play your music les. This application automatically collects and displays all the audio les stored in your

56Gallery Touch Gallery on the Home Screen to browse for images or video les. This app automatically collects and displays all the images and video 

57Sharing and deleting albumsTouch and hold an album in the Gallery until the Tool bar on top appears. Using the Tool bar options, you can upload, del

58Sharing, deleting, and editing imagesTouch an image in the Gallery and use the tool bar on the upper right corner to share, delete, or edit a select

59Gallery widgetThe Photo Gallery widget allows immediate access to your favorite photos or albums right from the Home Screen.1. Touch to go to the

61Using your PadFoneUse your PadFone to enjoy the latest features and technologies of Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) operating system. Do work and p

60Camera Touch Camera from the All apps screen to take pictures, record videos, or create panoramic images. You can use the front camera or the back c

61Video modePanoramic modeCapture buttonPanoramic image Captured rangeRecord buttonVideo modeEffectsWhite balanceSettings

62Email Email allows you to add several e-mail accounts and conveniently browse and manage your e-mails.To set up an email account:4. Wait while your

636. Provide a name for the account and key in the name you want displayed on the outgoing messages. Touch Next to log into your mail inbox.To add em

64Gmail Gmail (Google mail) allows you to access your Gmail account, receive, and compose e-mails.To set up a Gmail account:NOTE: Touch New if you do

653. You can use your Google account to backup and restore your settings and data. Touch Done to sign in to your Gmail.IMPORTANT: If you have several

66MyLibrary MyLibrary, an integrated interface for your e-book collections, allows you to place your purchased or downloaded e-books into different bo

67Reading your e-booksTo read e-books:1. Touch to select an e-book on the bookshelf.2. Touch and hold the screen to show the tool bar on the top.NOT

683. Flip pages like a real book or move the page scroll at the bottom.Making notes on your e-books1. Touch and hold on a desired word or sentence u

69Places and Maps Google PlacesGoogle Places allows you to easily nd places such as nearby attractions, restaurants, coffee shops, or gas stations.

7Navigating your PadFoneAfter you nish setting up your PadFone, the Home Screen appears.At the bottom of your Home Screen, you’ll nd three navigatio

70Polaris® Ofce Polaris® Ofce is a set of interrelated desktop applications that allows you to create, read, and edit documents, spreadsheets, and p

71NOTE:Polaris® Ofce 3.0 supports le types as below: • Microsoft Word: .doc/ .docx • Microsoft Excel: .xls/ .xlsx • Microsoft Powerpoint: .ppt/

72Adding AccountsYou are allowed to edit your les with Polaris® Ofce from other accounts, including Google docs and Box.net.1. Touch Add account.2

73Conguring SettingsTouch and select Settings. You are allowed to congure the following: Create back-up le, Display le extensions, Pivot lock, C

74MyNet MyNet allows you to store, save, and stream audio, video, and image les between your PadFone Station and a DLNA device such as your computer

753. On the Server list, select the source device on the left panel to view the contents.Source deviceCurrent sourceContentSearch and Settings4. Yo

76Touch and hold a le to upload or download it to and from the connecting devices.•You can also select a le from the Playlist. The Playlist offers a

775. To enable Digital Media Server, touch Settings on the upper right corner and tick Digital Media Server Settings to allow the other connecting de

78MyCloud MyCloud is a convenient app to access your cloud contents and synchronize them with your PadFone Station, remotely control your computer, an

793. MyCloud needs to work with ASUS Pad PC Suite to avail its full function. Download and install ASUS Pad PC Suite from the ASUS support site at su

8Touching and typingUse your ngers to launch apps, move icons, select menu items, press buttons, type on the onscreen keyboard, and perform other use

80My ContentMy Content allows you to access your data such as music, video, or audio les from ASUS Webstorage.To access MyContent:1. Touch I have an

81My DesktopMy Desktop allows you to remotely control your computer from your PadFone Station. You will need to download ASUS Pad PC Suite to your com

825. Click Next to continue.6. Read the license agreement and click Accept to continue.7. Create a password and click Next.

838. Click Enjoy Now to continue.9. Copy your computer’s IP address for later use on your PadFone Station.

843. Touch the plus sign (+) on the upper right corner to add your computer’s information.Using My Desktop on your PadFone Station1. Ensure that you

854. Touch OK to continue.5. Manually enter your computer’s IP address and other information, then touch Done. NOTES: The devices must be connected

86On your PadFone Station:Go to Settings and enter your Google account in Internet discovery. Your device will automatically detect your computer.Sett

87asus@vibeasus@vibe is a one-stop entertainment platform that serves as a value-added service for all ASUS products. With asus@vibe, you can access o

88App Locker App Locker allows you to password-protect your apps.NOTES:Locked apps will have lock icons on the Home Screen.You will be asked for your

89SuperNote SuperNote is a convenient app used for writing and painting on your PadFone Station. You can take notes, send instant messages, draw sketc

9Making callsTo make a call:1. Touch on the Home Screen or touch to go to the All apps screen.2. Touch the keys to key in the number you wish to c

90Using SuperNoteTo create a new notebook:1. Touch + New Notebook on the left panel of the SuperNote main page.2. Key in a name for the le and choo

91Using the SuperNote NotebookSuperNote Notebook is designed to allow you to scribble and doodle on your PadFone Station continuously regardless of pa

925. Touch Insert to make annotations, create time stamps, insert photos, drawings from paintbook, picture from gallery, voice, video, or other text

939. You can do the following to use the Doodle feature:Touch Brush to select the stroke type.Touch Stroke to select the stroke weight.Touch Color to

94Watch Calendar Watch Calendar allows you to add, edit and delete an event or appointment and sync it through your Gmail account.1. From the All ap

95Using PadFone widgetsAdding widgetsWidgets are useful and fun applications that brings information and services conveniently to your Home Screen at-

96Touch to close appTouch to close all running appsShows number of running appsShows cache size statusTask ManagerTask Manager is an easy and quick wa

97Using PadFone Station widgetsAdding widgetsUse widgets to conveniently access useful and fun applications on your PadFone Station’s Home Screen. You

98ASUS BatteryThis special widget shows the individual battery status of your PadFone, PadFone Station, and PadFone Station Dock (optional) by percent

99AccessoryUsing your PadFone Stylus HeadsetUse your PadFone Stylus Headset to turn your PadFone Station into a virtual sketchpad and answer incoming