TCL TAB8 Plus Tablet User Guide

: June 13, 2024
: TCL

Table of Contents

TCL TAB8 Plus Tablet
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Using your tablet
About your tablet
Setting up your tablet
Charge your tablet
Using your tablet
Home screen
Services and features
Learning more
Managing your account
Additional information
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

TCL TAB8 Plus Tablet

Product Information

Tablet model: BC
Features: Headset connector, USB Type-C, Front camera, Light sensor, SIM and microSDTM tray, Volume keys, Power key, Speaker, Rear Camera
Compatibility: Not all features, apps, or services may be available with your plan, device operating system, and software version. Please contact your wireless service provider for more information.
Note: Devices and software are constantly evolving. The screen images and icons shown in the manual are for reference only.

Product Usage Instructions

Setting up your tablet

Ensure the tablet is powered off before proceeding.
If you need to replace the NANO SIM card or insert a microSD card, use the SIM tool provided in the box to open the SIM tray.
Remove the NANO SIM card/microSD card tray.
Position the SIM card and/or microSD card in the tray correctly, aligning the cutout tab, and gently snap into place. Ensure the edges are aligned.
Slide the tray slowly into the SIM tray slot. It only fits one direction. Do not force into place. Keep the SIM tool in a safe place for future use.
Note: The microSD card is sold separately.

Charging your tablet

Charge your tablet fully before turning it on and starting the setup process.
Insert the small end of the charging cable into the charger port on the tablet and the other end of the USB cable into your wall charger.
Plug the wall charger into a wall outlet.
Warning: Only use the charger and cable supplied with the tablet. Using incompatible chargers or tampering with the charging port could damage your tablet and void the warranty.

Using your tablet

Turning your tablet on/off

To turn on your tablet, press and hold the Power/Lock key.
To turn off your tablet, press and hold the Power/Lock key, and tap
Power off on the screen when it appears.

Locking/unlocking the screen

To turn on your screen, press the Power/Lock key. Then swipe up on the screen to unlock it.
To create a screen unlock password or PIN code, touch Settings >Security & biometrics > Screen lock.
To turn off your screen and prevent accidental key presses, pressthe Power/Lock key.

Touch screen tips

Use touch gestures to navigate the screen:

Tap: Tap the screen with your finger to select items or press buttons on the screen.
Touch and hold: Touch and hold an item on the screen (such as a link in a web page) to open available options.
Swipe: Quickly slide your finger in any direction to perform a swipe gesture.
Drag: Touch and hold an item and move it to a new position to perform a drag gesture.
Double tap: Double tap to zoom in/out on a picture.
Multi-touch: Pinch or spread your thumb and index finger to zoom in or out.

Home screen

The Home screen provides quick access to all the items (applications, shortcuts, folders, and widgets) you like to use most frequently.

About your tablet

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Not all features, apps or services may be available with your plan, device operating system and software version. Please contact your wireless
service provider for more information. NOTE: Devices and software are constantly evolving—the screen images and icons you see here are for reference only.

Setting up your tablet

Your tablet already has a NANO SIM card installed. MicroSD cards (capacity up to 512GB) may be purchased separately.

*Insert the SIM card/microSD card**
Power off the tablet before opening the SIM tray to remove and/or insert the NANO SIM or microSD card.

Step 1. If you need to replace the NANO SIM card and/or insert an optional microSD card, use the SIM tool provided in the box to open the SIM tray.
*A Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card is a “smartcard” that hous-es personal information, such as your mobile number and account in-formation. The Verizon SIM card is compatible with any Verizon certi-fied device that uses the same size SIM card. The SIM card can move from one device to another, and your wireless service will support the services that are compatible with your new device and service plan. To see which devices are compatible with the Verizon SIM card, visit verizonwireless.com/certifieddevice
Step 2. Remove the NANO SIM card/microSD card tray.
Step 3. Position the SIM card and/or microSD card in the tray correctly, aligning the cutout tab and gently snap into place. Be sure the edges are aligned.
Step 4. Slide the tray slowly into the SIM tray slot.
It only fits one direction. Do not force into place. Keep the SIM tool in a safe place for future use.
NOTE: The microSD card is sold separately.

Charge your tablet

Charge your tablet fully before turning it on and starting the set up process. Insert the small end of the charging cable into the charger port on the tablet as shown in the diagram and the other end of the USB cable into your wall charger and plug it into a wall outlet.

WARNING: Only use the charger and cable supplied with the tablet. Using incompatible chargers or tampering with the charging port could damage your tablet and void the warranty.

Using your tablet

Turning your tablet on/off
NOTE: The first time you turn on your tablet, you may need to activate it. Follow the on screen instructions to set up your device.

To turn on your tablet, press and hold the Power/Lock key.
To turn off your tablet, press and hold the Power/Lock key, and tap Power off on the screen when it appears.

Locking/unlocking the screen

To turn on your screen, press the Power/Lock key. Then swipe up on the screen to unlock it.
To create a screen unlock password or PIN code, touch Settings > Security & biometrics> Screen lock.
To turn off your screen and prevent accidental key presses, press the Power/Lock key.

Touch screen tips
Use touch gestures to move around the screen, open menus, select items, zoom in and out of web pages and more.
There are several touch gestures recognized by your tablet:

Tap —Tap the screen with your finger to select items or press buttons on the screen.
Touch and hold —Touch and hold an item on the screen (such as a link in a web page) to open available options.
Swipe —Swipe by quickly sliding your finger in any direction.
Drag —To drag, touch and hold an item and move it to a new position.
Double tap —Double tap to zoom in/out on a picture.
Multi-touch —Pinch or spread your thumb and index finger to zoom in or out.

Home screen

The Home screen provides quick access to all the items (applications, shortcuts, folders and widgets) you like to use most frequently.
Touch the Home symbol to get instant access to the Home screen.

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Services and features

Text messaging

Open the Messaging App by tapping on the Home screen or within the App Drawer.
Tap to start a new text message.
Enter the name or number of the recipient, or tap to select a contact from your contacts list.
Compose the text message in the text box, and tap to send.
NOTE: Data charges will apply when sending and receiving picture or video messages. International or roaming text charges may apply to those messages outside of the United States of America. See your carrier agreement for more details about messaging and related charges.
Picture and video messaging
Take pictures or videos and send them to almost any email address, or to other phones.
From the Home screen, tap
Enter the name or number of the recipient, or tap to select a contact from your contacts list.
Tap and choose the pictures or videos you want to send.
After attaching the pictures or videos, tap to send.

Apps and more
Play it up with music, wallpapers, apps and games.
Keep up with Twitter™ and Facebook. We’ve got apps that help you do it all. Data charges may apply.

Installing apps
From the Home Screen, tap Play Store .

Web browsing
From the Home Screen, tap Chrome .

Transferring data from your previous device
When you activate your new tablet, you could see Copy apps & data option in Setup wizard, based on the instruction, you could transfer your apps, photos, contacts, Google Account, and more from previous device.

Learning more

Visit verizonwireless.com/support
Download a User Guide from verizonwireless.com/support or call 800.922.0204 to order a copy.
Spanish User Guide can also be found from www.verizonwireless.com/support.

Managing your account

My Verizon Mobile app
Manage your account, track your usage, edit account information, pay your bill and more.
International travel
For features and rates when traveling outside the US, visit verizonwireless.com/international
Customer service
Call 1.800.922.0204
Twitter @VZWSupport

Additional information

Your wireless device and third-party services
Verizon is the mobile carrier associated with this wireless device, but many services and features offered are provided by or in conjunction with third parties. Verizon is not responsible for your use of this device or any non- Verizon applications, services and products, including any personal information you choose to use, submit or share with others. Specific third- party terms and conditions, terms of use and privacy policies apply. Please review carefully all applicable terms, conditions and policies prior to using this wireless device and any associated application, product or service.
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