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 section of these instructions, or online at 

www.argos-support.co.uk 

If you still require further assistance, call one of our 

This securely erases your data so that it cannot be recovered.  Please note that simply 
returning your tablet to factory settings is not a reliable way of erasing your personal data 
(unless you have first encrypted your data). To download a file eraser go to Google Play 
store, select a file eraser program such as Remo File Eraser – download and install. Open 
the app and follow instructions to securely erase your data.

Further Advice

For further advice on how to stay safe there are government lead initiatives such as Get 
Safe Online https://www.getsafeonline.org/ which give good advice about a how to avoid 
a range of security threats.  Don’t let security issues spoil your enjoyment of your tablet.  
This manual can also be viewed as a pdf file on the device, to open locate the pdf file in 
the ‘files’ folder on the device and touch to open.

NOTE

: you may need to install a pdf viewer in order to open this file.

Alba Tablets Helpline

For detailed advice on this or any other issue concerning your Alba tablet you can consult 
with the technical support helpline – 0345 604 0105 or go to our FAQ on argos.co.uk.

Using your Alba 8" Tablet

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Summary of Contents for 8" Android Tablet

Page 1: ...Alba 8 AndroidTM Tablet Instruction manual Alba_8in...

Page 2: ...tarted Just follow this simple step by step guide and you ll be good to go When the battery is fully discharged this tablet may take up to 8 minutes to charge before will boot Help and Guidance We re...

Page 3: ...fety information 5 Getting to know your Alba 8 Tablet 21 Ready let s begin 22 Contents 22 Device description 23 Starting up 25 Connecting to a WiFi network 30 Formatting SD Card 26 The Android interfa...

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Page 5: ...Safety information 1...

Page 6: ...he event the product fails to conform to the limited warranty Manufacturer s liability may be further limited in accordance with its sales contract Sale of Goods Act 1979 as Amended Consumer Rights Ac...

Page 7: ...y to 1 Damages or problems resulting from misuse abuse accident alteration or incorrect electrical current or voltage 2 The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the inst...

Page 8: ...d by Argos Ltd 489 499 Avebury Boulevard MK9 2NW Lithium ion Battery Caution This product is equipped with a Lithium Ion battery Do not pierce open disassemble it or use it in a humid and or corrosive...

Page 9: ...e is not used for an extended period of time the battery will slowly discharge and the device will need to be recharged before using again Unplug the charger from the wall when it is not being used Us...

Page 10: ...y information Important Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating Copyrighted materials works of art and or presentations may require authorization to be fully or partially r...

Page 11: ...e of incompatible accessories with the Alba device can cause injury Handle your Alba product with care Keep your product away from any sources of humidity This can seriously damage the device Do not m...

Page 12: ...equipment to resolve any possible interference problems Other Security Instructions Always manipulate your Alba device with care Keep it in a clean environment away from dust Do no expose the device...

Page 13: ...set the product to resume normal operation by following the instruction manual During file transmission please handle with care and operate in a static free environment Avoiding Hearing Damage EN50332...

Page 14: ...PROMPTLY SEE YOUR VENDOR OR CONTACT Alba DIRECTLY in order to FIND an adequate solution to this disagreement On first use you may be required to accept license agreements terms and conditions for thir...

Page 15: ...rse engineer in part or in whole the Alba SOFTWARE except as permitted by mandatory applicable law 4 COPYRIGHT INTELLECTUAL RIGHTS The Alba SOFTWARE is protected by the laws of England and Wales Unite...

Page 16: ...sults of the use of the licensed materials in terms of its correctness accuracy reliability or otherwise You assume the entire risk as to the results and performance of the licensed materials Where th...

Page 17: ...not retain any copy of the software upgrades versions or documentation and the party to whom you transfer the agreement must make written notice that he accepts the conditions of this EULA 9 TERMINATI...

Page 18: ...e is governed under the law of England and Wales If you have any questions about this end user license agreement please write to Argos Ltd owner of the Alba Brand 489 Avebury Boulevard Milton Keynes M...

Page 19: ...recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources To return your used device please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purc...

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Page 21: ...Getting to know your Alba 8 Tablet 2...

Page 22: ...safe and correct installation and operation If you require any further assistance our technical experts are happy to help For full details refer to the product support section at the end of these ins...

Page 23: ...s on 0345 604 0105 Getting to know your Alba 8 Tablet You ll be up and running in no time Charger assembly To assemble put the plug into the main body of charger and push in the direction of the arrow...

Page 24: ...imple solution can often be found in the Getting to know your Alba 8 Tablet You ll be up and running in no time Getting to know your Alba Camera Volume buttons ON OFF button Camera 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 Mic...

Page 25: ...ting to know your Alba Starting up 1 Before you switch on for the first time ensure that 2 Your tablet is fully charged 3 You have a good WiFi connection ideally your usual WiFi zone 4 You have your W...

Page 26: ...e settings page and click SD Card option on portable storage 26 If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended a simple solution can often be found in the...

Page 27: ...If you still require further assistance call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105 Getting to know your Alba 5 Click drop down menu to choose settings 6 Click Format as internal option and follow up Era...

Page 28: ...e device Press the ON OFF button for 2 3 seconds Then touch Power off to turn off the device or touch Reboot to restart the device 28 If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is...

Page 29: ...start up your device the startup wizard will help you set up your device Language Date time WiFi connection Location service options Third party applications We strongly recommend that you open a Goo...

Page 30: ...and running in no time Connecting to a WiFi network Make sure that you are in a WiFi zone 1 Touch Settings to open the WiFi settings menu 2 If the W Once the WiFi is ON the device will scan for WiFi...

Page 31: ...t you previously connected to your device will automatically attempt to connect to it To keep your WiFi connection ON when the device is on sleep select the Menu icon in the WiFi page Then select on t...

Page 32: ...e or find that your product is not operating as intended a simple solution can often be found in the Getting to know your Alba 8 Tablet You ll be up and running in no time The Android interface 1 8 3...

Page 33: ...to start an application 3 Permanent Android apps shortcuts Touch to start an application 4 All Apps button Touch this icon to show all the applications and widgets installed on your device All your d...

Page 34: ...ck settings menu 1 To access all your settings 2 Current user 3 Brightness To adjust the screen brightness 4 T connection 8 T connection 9 T 7 Auto rotate screen To activate deactivate automatic scree...

Page 35: ...tance call one of our 35 The recent apps Opens a list of thumbnail images of apps you ve worked with recently To open an app touch it To close an app swipe it left or right Getting to know your Alba 8...

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Page 38: ...an only uninstall downloaded third party applications applications built into the firmware such as some Google apps e g clock calculator settings etc cannot be deleted but some may be disabled in Sett...

Page 39: ...one app icon over another on the home screen and the two icons will create a folder You can add many more apps in it To remove one app from a folder touch hold and drag it to Remove appearing on the t...

Page 40: ...k you would like to use After you set a lock a lock screen is displayed whenever your screen wakes up requesting the pattern pin or other specified key Downloading new apps To download new apps for yo...

Page 41: ...your Google Drive 3 Go to Settings Under Accounts Google touch your Google email address and tick all the data you want to back up including Drive You can access the data from anywhere you have acces...

Page 42: ...Google account 3 Make sure Auto Backup is turned on 4 Select how you want to back up your photos and videos over Wifi or mobile network 5 Go to Settings Under Accounts Google touch your Google email a...

Page 43: ...messages and send to your Google e mail address Then open Gmail open the message and save the file from e mail to your tablet memory Improving security on your tablet Online In order to avoid online t...

Page 44: ...n order to protect your personal data on this tablet in the event of the device being stolen you can encrypt your tablet Go to settings Security Encrypt tablet Make sure to follow correctly the onscre...

Page 45: ...er Advice For further advice on how to stay safe there are government lead initiatives such as Get Safe Online https www getsafeonline org which give good advice about a how to avoid a range of securi...

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Page 47: ...Product support 4...

Page 48: ...pinhole reset button by using a sharp object such as a toothpick If your device doesn t turn on Charge your device then switch on normally If this does not work press the ON OFF button for at least 1...

Page 49: ...e all your files settings and applications so make sure you have backed up your data in your Google account see page 39 or a hard drive 3 When you restart your tablet it will open the Startup wizard a...

Page 50: ...hout selecting any action scroll down to 4 The green robot Android is displayed you have entered the recovery mode 5 Use the Volume buttons to scroll up down to wipe data factory reset and the ON OFF...

Page 51: ...n the rating plate a small information panel usually a sticker or metal plate on the rear of your product Serial number Date of purchase This will be shown on your receipt Local call rates applies Lin...

Page 52: ...should only dispose of it in a designated collection point for used batteries The Product The crossed out wheelie bin symbol on your product signifies that it falls into the category of electric elec...

Page 53: ...who your purchased the unit The guarantee does not cover accidental damage misuse cabinet parts knobs or consumable items The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the in...

Page 54: ...Contact www argos support co uk Helpline 0345 604 0105...

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