AARP RealPad User's Guide

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1010Getting StartedTurning Your RealPad OnTo turn on your RealPad, press and hold the Power button located on the top of the right hand side of the d

11Getting StartedTurning Your RealPad OPress and hold the Power button for three seconds. A shut down pop-up window will appear. Tap “Power o”. A

Your RealPad has been designed for ease of use. When you rst turn it on, you will be guided through a simple set-up process. There are 5 steps with

Step 3:Set up your Entertainment account for downloading and purchasing apps, books and movies from the Google Play Store. Google Play is Google’s App

The main screen of your RealPad tablet is called the Home Screen. On it, you will nd a collection of icons for commonly used applications or “apps”

1515Home Screen IntroThe Google search bar allows you to easily search the Internet without opening the internet browser. Type the information you wou

There will be times when you receive updates to the applications (apps) loaded on your RealPad or notications regarding the tablet system (i.e., Bl

AARPThe AARP folder includes a variety of useful apps such as: AARP.org, AARP Publications, a link to relevant AARP Tools & Calculators and the L

18Settings - RealPadSettingsSettings can be found on your RealPad Toolbar. There are two categories of Settings on your RealPad - RealPad Settings and

19Wireless & Networks: Wi-Fi1. Tap RealPad Settings.2. Tap Wireless & Networks. Tap Wi-Fi. 3. If Wi-Fi isn’t already on, slide the Wi-Fi swi

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20Settings - RealPadPair Your Tablet to a Bluetooth Device:You must pair your tablet with a Bluetooth device, before you can connect to it. Once you

Google SettingsSettings can be found on your RealPad Toolbar. There are two categories of Settings on your RealPad - RealPad Settings and Google Acco

2222Settings - GoogleFor Google AppsWhen location access for your tablet is turned on, you can prevent Google apps from using this information with on

2323Settings - Google Automatic RestoreCheck this option to restore settings and other data when you reinstall an app. This feature requires that you

24Settings - GoogleRemove an AccountYou can remove any account and all information associated with it from your device, including email, contacts, set

Changing Your WallpaperYou can customize the look and feel of your RealPad Home Screen by changing the wallpaper which is the image that displays in t

Camera Shortcuts1. Camera Settings2. Take Photo/Video3. Toggle between Camera & Video4. Zoom In & Out (must pinch screen to s

Setting Up Your EmailFollow the on-screen steps to set up your email account. You’ll nd helpful information about setting up your email in our Help V

RealPadTM App Basics - Contacts & Calendar28App Basics - Contacts & CalendarContactsThe People app is your address book. It allows you to sto

RealPadTM Safety Tips & Disclaimer29Safety Tips & Disclaimer• It is extremely important that you keep your tablet dry at all times. To avoid

Settings - Google Manage Location Access ... Change Back-up & Reset Option

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4WelcomeWelcome to your RealPad. We’ve put together this helpful guide to introduce you to the features of your new tablet. If you would like more i

5What’s in the Box?RealPadTM What’s in the Box?• AARP RealPadTM• RealPad Getting Started Guide• AARP Membership Insert• USB Charging Adapter• Micro US

16What’s in the Box?5. Charger/USB Port6. Touch Screen7. Microphone1. Power Button2. Volume +/-3. Front Facing Camera4. 3.5mm Headset JackFront &

7What’s in the Box?Back & Side View5. 3.5mm Headset Jack6. Rear Facing Camera7. Stereo Speakers1. Power Button2. Volume +/-3. Micro SD Card Slot4.

Charge Your DeviceYour RealPad will not be fully charged out of the box. It is highly recommended that the tablet be fully charged before using. To ch

912345659Getting StartedKeyboard OverviewWhen you are viewing a page on your tablet that has a text eld, simply tap on the text eld and the RealPad