Micromax P300 User Manual

User Manual Welcome

Thank you for purchasing the Micromax P300 Funbook PC. You are now the proud owner of the P300 Funbook which offers you a whole range of exciting features designed to transform your experience. Your P300 Funbook is packaged with the following state of the art features: Android ICS 4.0.(Ice Cream Sandwich) OS 17.78 CM capacitive multi-touch screen with Pinch Zoom Dual Mali -400 2D/3D GPU for Multimedia Processing 0.3 VT camera Gravity Sensor/ Accelerator Sensor HD V ideo (2010 Pixels, MPEG2/4, AVI, WMV, MOV) * 5 Hours Browsing time 3G USB Dongle Support via USB HDMI Out/ W i-F i 802.11 b/g USB 2.0 4 GB/512 MB Memory (Expandable up to 32 GB) Live TV, Games and much more * Depends on the network condition and other running processes in the Funbook.

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Table of Contents
1 Know Your Device ....................... 1 1.1 Input and Output Interfaces ...... 2 2 Getting Started.............................. 3 2.1 Charging the Battery ..................... 3 2.2 Switching on the Device ............. 3 2.3 Shut Down the Device ................. 4 2.4 Lock the Screen ............................... 4 2.5 Unlock the Screen .......................... 4 2.6 Change the Orientation ............... 4 2.7 Adjust Volume ................................... 5 2.8 Status Bar ............................................ 5 2.9 Get Around .......................................... 5 3 Using the Touch Screen .......... 8 3.1 Arrange and work with Applications.................................................... 9 3.2 Extended Home Screen.............. 9 3.3 Add W idgets .................................... 10 3.4 View Toolkits.................................... 10 4 Features ......................................... 13 4.1 Change the Wallpaper .............. 13 4.2 Manage Accounts ........................ 14 4.3 W hy Use a Google Account .. 15 4.4 Start Gmail ....................................... 16 4.5 Google Search .............................. 17 4.6 Find people ...................................... 17 4.7 Manage Downloads ................... 18 4.8 Manage Your Calendar ............ 18 4.9 Settings .............................................. 19 4.10 Mounting the USB Card for the First Time 19 4.11 Connecting with PC.................... 20 4.12 Set the Language and Keyboard20 4.13 View Available Storage Space20 4.14 Date & Time Setting ................... 22 4.15 View About Device Information22 4.16 Use the HDMI out Feature ..... 22 5 Accessing the Internet ........... 23 5.1 Connect to W i-Fi........................... 23

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5.2 Set up Internet Connection via Ethernet Cable.......................................... 24 5.3 Connect to VPN ............................ 24 5.4 Connect to Internet via USB Dongle ............................................................ 25 5.5 How to Uninstall an Application25 5.6 Perform a Factory Reset ......... 27 5.7 Troubleshooting ............................ 27 6 Specifications.............................. 29 7 Taking Care of Your Device .. 31

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1 Know Your Device

3.5 mm Stereo Jack SD Card slot

Reset

HDMI- (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Mini 5 Pin USB port

2.5 mm Input Jack

Back

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1.1 Input and Output Interfaces
DC In Earphone Jacket USB Socket TF card socket Reset HDMI Out Jack USB Socket 2.5mm DC-input jack 5V 1.5A 3.5mm stereo jack Mini 5 pin USB port ( OTG) Micro SD Reset Socket For output to HD TVs Mini 5 pin USB port ( OTG)

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2 Getting Started
2.1 Charging the Battery
Please charge the device in the following conditions: If the battery power is low or if the power icon shows no power If Power button does not respond i.e. the device is not getting switched on. Device automatically shuts down. When the top right led continuously blinks. Note: Slight heating during charging is normal. When the charging icon becomes static, it indicates that the battery is full. First Time Usage Please charge the device for 6 hours for the first time; thereafter every subsequent full charge will take only 4 hours. Please charge the unit fully once in a month if it is not in use. Remark: If the power is empty, the device will shut down automatically.

2.2 Switching on the Device

To switch on the device, long press and hold the power key. The system will boot and show the main screen.

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2.3 Shut Down the Device
1. 2. Press the power key for a few seconds. Device Option Menu will appear. Choose the appropriate option Power off / Standby / Cancel to shut down the device.

2.4 Lock the Screen

Short press the Power key to lock / unlock the screen.

2.5 Unlock the Screen

Depending on the screen lock setting, you might be required to: Slide the lock symbol towards the unlock symbol. Draw a pattern, or provide a PIN or password. Note: You can set your unlock method by tapping your desired method. > Personal> Security> Screen Lock and then choosing

2.6 Change the Orientation

Your device has the capabi lity to retain the orientation of the screen in horizontal view even when rotated by 90, or multiples of 90 degree.

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2.7 Adjust Volume
Press the Volume+, Volume- keys to increase or decrease the volume of the device.

2.8 Status Bar

The status bar appears at the lower right corner of the screen. Displays W i-F i Status (if connected), Battery Status, time, Setting menu and back button.

2.9 Get Around

At the bottom of the screen, you will find three Navigation buttons. They are always available. No matter what you are doing with your device, you can always get back to the main Home screen or return to previous screens:

Icons

Name
Back

Description
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your history. Home Opens Home. If you're viewing a left or right Home screen, opens the Central Home screen. Recent apps Opens a list of thumbnail images of apps you've worked with recently. To open an app, touch it. To remove a thumbnail from the list, swipe it left or right. All Apps Context Appears at the upper right screen. Opens the applications menu from where you can touch and access the various applications. In different applications, tapping on this will display the operation settings interface. It is displayed at the top right corner or the lower left corner of the screen.

Navigation Keys

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Name
Back Home

Description
Return the previous screen from any interface Return to the home screen from any interface

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Context Displays the context menu of any application i.e. gives you the options for the currently opened application.

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3 Using the Touch Screen

Use your fingers to manipulate icons, buttons, menus, the onscreen keyboard, and other items on the touch screen. You can also change the screen's orientation. Touch: Acts on items on the screen, such as application and settings icons, to type letters and symbols using the onscreen keyboard, or to press onscreen buttons. Touch & hold: Touch and hold an item on the screen until an action occurs. For example, to open a menu for customizing the Home screen, you can touch an empty area on the Home screen until a menu opens. Drag: Touch and hold an item and move your finger on the screen until you reach the target position. For example, you can drag to reposition shortcuts on the Home screen Swipe or slide: Quickly slide your finger across the surface of the screen, (without dragging an item). For example, you can slide a Home screen left or right to view the other Home screens. Double-tap: Tap quickly twice on a webpage, map, or other screen to zoom. For example, double-tap a section of a webpage in Browser to zoom that section to fit the width of the screen. You can also double-tap to control the Camera zoom, In Maps, and in other applications. Pinch: In some applications (Such as Maps, Browser, and Gallery) you can zoom in and out by placing two fingers on the screen at once and pinching them together (to zoom out) or spreading them apart (to zoom in). Rotate the screen: Through the devices G-sensor, the orientation of the screen rotates with the Device as Micromax P300 8 of 36

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you turn it from upright to its slide and back again. To type something, such as a name, password, or search terms, just touch where you want to type. A keyboard pops up that lets you type into the field.

3.1 Arrange and work with Applications

To see all your apps, touch the Apps icon on any Home screen. The Apps screen opens where you can see all your applications, including those downloaded from Android Market. You can move the app icons to any of your Home screens. From All Apps, you can: Move between screens: Swipe left or right, or tap the right or left side of the screen (without touching any application). Place an app icon on a Home screen: Touch and hold the app icon, slide your finger, and lift your finger to drop the icon in place. Explore your widgets: Touch the W idgets tab at the top of any All Apps screen. Get more apps. Touch the Shop icon. To remove an app icon from the Home screen, touch and hold it, slide your finger toward the top of the screen, and drop the app over the Remove icon.

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adding shortcuts, widgets and folders. Slide your finger horizontally across the screen to scroll to the left or right side panels. As you scroll, the indicator at the top of the display shows your current position.

3.3 Add W idgets

W idgets are like windows into your apps. They are available from the Apps tab for you to move onto your Home screens. To see your widgets: 1 Touch the Apps icon on your Home screen. 2. Touch W idgets at the top of the screen. From the main W idgets screen, you can: Move between screens: Swipe left or right Drag a widget to a Home screen: Touch and hold the widget's icon, slide your finger where you want to place it, and lift your finger. Drag an existing widget to the Cross icon to delete the widget from the Home screen. You may be asked to make further choices before the widget activates. If there is no room where you dropped it, the widget would not get added to the Home screen.

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access some common or often used preferences and settings:

To expand the menu, swipe your finger upward over the menu. The Toolkit pops up for you to set your preferences.

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To close the toolkit menu, swipe your finger down from the top of the screen. Touch on the desired setting to set the preference. Touch on the notification on the toolkit to view the notification.

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4 Features
4.1 Change the Wallpaper
Wallpapers are images from Gallery (pictures you shot with Camera, or stored in the memory card and so on), still images included with the system, and live images (such as an animation or a map that centers on your location). They take the place of the default background for your Home screens. 1. Touch and hold anywhere on a Home screen that is not occupied. A list of options appears.

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Live Wallpapers: Choose from a list of live wallpapers. Wallpapers: Choose from thumbnails of default images, or touch a thumbnail for a larger version. You can download additional wallpapers from the Android Market. 3. Touch the desired wallpaper, picture or video to set the wallpaper. Related settings Settings > Device > Display > Wallpaper

4.2 Manage Accounts

You can set up a corporate, email, Facebook or Gmail account on your device. You can do this via the Accounts & sync settings screen: 1. From a Home or main menu screen, touch the Settings 2. Under Personal, touch Accounts & sync. icon.

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You may also be able to add other kinds of accounts, depending on your apps.

4.3 Why Use a Google Account

A Google account lets you organize and access your personal information from any computer or mobile device: Never lose your contacts again. When you sign in to your device with a Google account, all the contacts you associate with that account are automatically backed up. As a result, they are always accessible through Micromax P300 15 of 36

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your Gmail account from any computer. Synchronize and back up everything. Whether you draft an email, add a contact's phone number, add an event to your calendar, or take a photo, your work gets backed up continuously by Google and synchronized with any computer where you use the same Google Account. Access from anywhere: Check your latest calendar, email, text messages, or social media, wherever you are, no matter what computer or mobile device you're using. Keep your information secure and avai lable. Protect your personal data from unauthorized access and to ensure that you get it when or wherever you need it. Use other Google services. Your Google Account also lets you take full advantage of any other Google apps and services that you may want to use, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Navigation, Android Market, YouTube, Messaging, and many more.

4.4 Start Gmail

You can use Gmail to read and write email from any mobile device or browser. All your email is always up to date and available no matter where you check it from. But Gmail is not just about email. Your Gmail name and password signs you into to all Google apps and services, including Search, News and Weather, people, market, maps, navigation, places, talk, Calendar and downloads and many more. 1. To launch Gmail, touch the Gmail icon on a Home or Apps screen.

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2. Touch the icons and menu along the bottom of the screen to archive, throw away, label, or perform other actions on that message. 3. Swipe left or right to read the previous or next conversation. Note: You need to have Internet connectivity to access Google and all the other associated features described above. Please refer to Accessing the Internet section 5 to know how to configure your Internet connection.

4.5 Google Search

Google Search can help you find anything you need on the web. Touch the icon on the all apps screen to access google search.

As you type, suggestions from Google web search appear below the Search box.

4.6 Find people

The People app gives you quick and fast access to people you want to reach. When you first turn on your device and sign into a Google Account, existing contacts from that account are synchronized with your People app. After that, all your contacts stay in sync automatically. The first time you launch People, you are asked to sign in or create an account. Then the app opens to the main list of your contacts. You can view them from the tabs at the top of the screen. If you belong to Google+ or use Exchange, you can also sync that contact information with People. All your Micromax P300 17 of 36

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People information are available from Gmail. As you add contacts from different sources, they are synced automatically across all the places you need them. To view your contacts, touch the People icon .

4.7 Manage Downloads

F iles, and other items you download using the browser or in other ways can be stored in the location of your choice. Go to Settings> Device> Apps to view the applications and downloads on your tablet. Tap on the application or download for actions such as move to SD card, clear, disable, force Stop etc..

4.8 Manage Your Calendar

The Calendar app lets you view and edit your schedules. Using an existing Google Account, the first time you open the Calendar application, it displays any existing calendar events from that Google Account on the web. As you edit events from any device or web browser, they are synchronized automatically across all the places you need them. Touch the Calendar icon to access the calendar.

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From any of these views, you can: Read or edit event details. Touch an event to view its details. Manage events and calendars. Touch icons across the top or Menu to search or create events, return to today, or adjust settings.

4.9

Settings
Press the settings key to access the system settings. You can choose settings and preferences for: W ireless & Networks: Turn on W i-F i, check data usage and so on. Device: Set device preferences for sound, display, storage, battery information, apps and so on. Personal: Set preferences such as Accounts and Synch, Location and services, Security, language input, backup and reset. System: Settings such as date and time, accessibility, Developer options, view information about tablet.

4.10 Mounting the USB Card for the F irst T ime

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Your USB card is mounted, and connected and you are set to transfer your files.

4.11 Connecting with PC

Use the USB cable to connect the device to a PC or laptop, the device will pop up the USB connection menu. You can start transferring files through the portable device dialog that opens.

4.12 Set the Language and Keyboard

Tap Settings> Personal> Language & Input for keyboard, language, input methods, text to speech, and pointer speed.

4.13 V iew Available Storage Space

1.1. Tap on Menu> to access the Settings.

2. Tap Storage under Device section. The storage details displays.

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4.14 Date & T ime Setting
Tap Settings> System > Date & T ime for setting the time zone and time format.

4.15 V iew About Device Information

Tap Settings> Personal> About Tablet for viewing information about the P300 tablet PC.

4.16 Use the HDMI out Feature

The HDMI Out feature makes it possible to share what s on your tablet with an even bigger screen and an even bigger audience. Just attach the HDMI cable to the HDMI socket on your P300, and you can watch a movie in your living room on your HDTV. Give a presentation in a conference room on an HD projection screen. And use educational apps to teach an entire classroom. Your friends, coworkers, clients, and students all get to have an excellent view of your presentation.

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5 Accessing the Internet

For enjoying various features like Browser, Email, Gmail, Android Market, Google Search, Downloads and so on, you need to first configure your Internet connection. For this, you can go to Settings and do one of the following: Enable W i-F i (If you have a W i-F i network within range with the required credentials). You can pick the available network from the list displayed. Tap More and then configure any one of Ethernet, VPN, or Mobile Networks.

5.1 Connect to W i-F i

For connecting to W i-FI: 1. Tap on Menu> to access the Settings.

2. Under W ireless & Networks, tap and enable W i-F i. 3. Tap the desired W i-F i service from the list. 4. Provide the W i-F i credentials for logging in. You can also scan to search for W i-F i network or Add Network to add your W i-F i manually. Tap to set your advanced preferences.

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5.2 Set up Internet Connection via Ethernet Cable.
You can connect your device to the Internet via the Ethernet cable that you normally use for connecting our PC to the Internet. In the case of P300, you need a mini 2 USB cable and USB L AN connector for this purpose. 1. Connect the mini 2 USB cable with this device. Next, connect the other end of the mini 2 USB cable with the USB L AN connector. 2. Connect your Internet service provider s Ethernet cable with the connector. 3. Tap on Menu> to access the Settings.

4. Under W ireless & Networks, tap More. 5. Tap Ethernet from the list. 6. Follow the steps as suggested.

5.3 Connect to VPN

You can use VPN to connect your device to the Internet. 1. Since VPN is a secured network, you need to first set password for your tablet 2. Provide the required PIN/Password. 3. Add your network/server settings.

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5.4 Connect to Internet via USB Dongle
You can use the 3G USB Dongle (Data card) that comes with this device to connect you to the Internet. 1. Connect the Mini 2 USB connector to the port on the P300 (the port is located at the right side of the PC). 2. Connect the other end of the Mini 2 USB connector with the USB dongle. Note: ideally, when you plug in the USB dongle, the connectivity should be automatically configured and a notification to this effect should display. If not, proceed with step 3 below. 3. Tap Menu> Settings> W ireless & Networks> More. 4. Tap Mobile Networks and then check the Data Enabled option and tap the Access Point Names to select from the available list. Note: If your data card is outside its circle, please checkmark the Data Roaming option.

5.5 How to Uninstall an Application

1. Tap on Menu> to access the Settings.

2. Tap on Apps. A list of applications will display. 3. Tap on the application to be uninstalled. 4. Tap Uninstall.

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5.6 Perform a Factory Reset
You can perform a factory rest of your device so that all the settings are returned to the settings original settings when you bought the device. 1. Tap on Menu> to access the Settings.

2. Tap Backup & Reset under personal section in settings. 3. Tap Factory Data Reset> Reset Tablet.

5.7 Troubleshooting
5.7.1 Device shuts down after startup Power is not enough, please charge your device. 5.7.2 Can copy file or play music Please check if the connection between the computer and the device is correct proper and correct. Check whether the memory storage space is already full. Check if the USB cable is not damaged or not Check if USB is disconnected

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5.7.3 The tablet is hanging with no response. How can I reset the Tablet? When the tablet is hanging with no response or has crashed, use a small pointed object such as a pin to short press the reset socket; the tablet will be forced to shut down. Remark: Unless unable to shut down, do not use the reset button. We recommend you to shut down the device by normal method. Frequent resetting may affect your device.

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6 Specifications
Audio/Video/Image/Documents Support Audio V ideo Player formats Image formats Documents Other Specifications Screen Resolution Screen Color Memory Support W i-FI 3G model TF Card socket Loudspeaker Processor Micromax P300 MP3,WMA,OGG,AAC,FLAC,APE,3GP,WAV MPEG2/4, AVI, WMV,MKV,MOV,RM,RMVB PNG, JPEG, BMP DOC,DOCX,PPT,PPTX,XLS,XLSX format compatible

800 480 16 M (RGB) Maximum 32 GB IEEE 802.11 b/g USB Dongle Micro SD (Push) 1 W/ 8 Ohm 1.2 GHZ 29 of 36

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Memory card support capacity WAP Battery and Power Power Capacity Up to 32 GB Ver 2.0

2800 mA h 3.7 Volts

Charger Input and 2.5mm DC-input jack 5V 1.5A, Input 100-240V Output voltage/Ampere

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7 Taking Care of Your Device

Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be handled with care: The following suggestions will help you protect your device: Do not store the device in high or cold temperature. Extreme temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices and damage batteries. Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and all types of liquids or moisture can contain minerals that will rust electronic circuits. If your device does get wet, remove the battery without turning on the device, wipe it with a dry cloth and take it the service center. Do not use or store the device in dusty, dirty areas. Its moving parts and electronic components can get damaged. Do not drop, knock, shake or bend the device. Rough hand ling can break internal circuit boards and fine mechanics. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the device. Only use a soft, clean, dry cloth to clean the surface of the device. Do not store your device near magnetic fields or allow your device to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended period of time as it may interfere with the electronic circuits and display. Use manufacturer approved batteries, chargers, accessories and supplies. Micromax will not be held responsible for user s safety when using unapproved accessories or supplies. This goes against the warranty rules. Do not attempt to repair the device by your own. Repairing the device by yourself other than our authorized service agents/centers goes against the warranty rules. Micromax P300 31 of 36

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Disclaimers 1. Micromax reserves the right to make modifications to any of the content in this user guide without prior notification. The content of this guide may vary from the actual content displayed in the Tablet PC. In such a case, the later shall govern. 2. All the pictures in this manual are for representation purpose only. Products appearance, color, design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. 3. The image and color of the device used in the manual is not necessarily the actual image of the device you have purchased. It depends on the choice of the device you have purchased. Copyrights All rights reserved. Reproduction, transfer, distribution or storage of part or all of the contents in this document in any form without the prior written permission of Micromax is strictly prohibited. Additional Information For more information on P300, please visit our website at www.micromaxfunbook.com.

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