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Logitech Tablet Mouse - User Manual

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Getting started with
Logitech® Tablet Mouse
For Android™ 3.1+
System requirements
Android operating system, Honeycomb 3.1
or later
1Install the AA alkaline batteries.
The LED will blink red when the batteries need
to be replaced.
2Turn on mouse.
Slide the switch on the bottom of the mouse.
When you are traveling with your mouse or
will not be using it for a long period of time,
turn the mouse o to extend battery life.
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Summary

Logitech Tablet Mouse Setup Guide

System Requirements for Logitech Mouse

Specifies the required Android operating system version (3.1 or later) for the mouse.

Battery Installation and Power Management

Instructions for inserting AA batteries, understanding the LED indicator, and switching the mouse on/off.

Connecting and Troubleshooting Your Logitech Mouse

Bluetooth Connection Setup

Provides instructions for establishing a Bluetooth connection with your tablet.

Troubleshooting Mouse Not Working

Offers solutions for common issues like the mouse not working, including connection and battery checks.

Product Feedback and Support

Provide Product Feedback

Invitation for users to share their thoughts and feedback about the product.

Contact Logitech Support

Provides contact information, including a US phone number, for Logitech technical support.

Overview

This document describes the Logitech Tablet Mouse, designed for use with Android™ 3.1+ operating systems (Honeycomb 3.1 or later). It is a wireless mouse intended to enhance the user experience with Android tablets by providing precise cursor control.

Function Description

The Logitech Tablet Mouse serves as an external input device, offering an alternative to touchscreen navigation for Android tablets. It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth, allowing users to interact with their tablet's interface, applications, and content with greater precision and comfort than finger-based input alone. This can be particularly beneficial for tasks requiring fine motor control, such as editing documents, navigating complex menus, or playing certain types of games. The mouse provides standard left and right-click functionality, along with a scroll wheel (though not explicitly mentioned, it is a common feature of such mice and implied by the visual design). Its compact and ergonomic design suggests portability, making it suitable for use on the go with a tablet.

Usage Features

The setup and usage of the Logitech Tablet Mouse are straightforward, focusing on ease of connection and power management.

  1. Battery Installation: The mouse requires two AA alkaline batteries for operation. The battery compartment is located on the underside of the mouse. Users simply open the compartment, insert the batteries according to the polarity indicators, and close the cover. A visual indicator, an LED, will blink red when the batteries are running low and need to be replaced, providing a timely warning to the user.

  2. Power On/Off: A physical switch on the bottom of the mouse controls its power. To turn the mouse on, the user slides this switch. This action activates the mouse and makes it ready for connection. Conversely, sliding the switch to the "off" position powers down the device. This power management feature is crucial for extending battery life, especially when the mouse is not in use, such as during travel or extended periods of inactivity.

  3. Bluetooth Connection: The core functionality of the mouse relies on a Bluetooth connection with the tablet. After installing batteries and turning the mouse on, the user needs to establish a Bluetooth pairing between the mouse and their Android tablet. The manual directs users to a specific Logitech support page (www.logitech.com/tablet-mouse-android/support) for detailed Bluetooth setup instructions tailored to their tablet. This process typically involves enabling Bluetooth on the tablet, putting the mouse into a discoverable pairing mode (often by pressing a dedicated "Connect" button, visible in the diagram), and then selecting the mouse from the list of available Bluetooth devices on the tablet's screen. Once paired, the connection should be maintained automatically when both devices are on and within range.

  4. System Compatibility: The mouse is specifically designed for Android tablets running Honeycomb 3.1 or later. This ensures optimal compatibility and functionality with the specified operating system versions, leveraging the Bluetooth capabilities inherent in these Android iterations.

Maintenance Features

The maintenance aspects of the Logitech Tablet Mouse primarily revolve around battery management and troubleshooting common connection issues.

  1. Battery Replacement: As mentioned, the mouse uses two AA alkaline batteries. The LED indicator provides a clear signal (blinking red) when the batteries are low, prompting the user to replace them. This proactive warning helps prevent unexpected power loss during use. Replacing the batteries is a simple user task, requiring no special tools.

  2. Power Management for Battery Life: The manual explicitly advises users to turn off the mouse when traveling or when it will not be used for a long period. This is a key maintenance practice for extending the lifespan of the batteries, reducing the frequency of replacements, and ensuring the mouse is ready for use when needed.

  3. Troubleshooting Guide: The manual includes a basic troubleshooting section to address common issues if the mouse is not working:

    • Power Cycle: The first step suggested is to "Turn mouse ON-OFF-ON." This simple power cycle can often resolve minor software glitches or re-initialize the mouse's internal components, potentially restoring functionality.
    • Battery Check: Users are advised to "Check battery installation and replace if expired." This reinforces the importance of correctly installed and functional batteries as a prerequisite for operation.
    • System Requirements Verification: The guide reminds users to "Make sure tablet meets the system requirements described above." This ensures that the tablet's operating system is compatible with the mouse, ruling out fundamental incompatibility as the cause of an issue.
    • Re-establish Bluetooth Connection: If the mouse is still not working, the final troubleshooting step is to "Re-establish the Bluetooth connection between the mouse and your tablet." This involves unpairing and then re-pairing the mouse with the tablet, which can resolve corrupted or dropped Bluetooth connections.

The Logitech Tablet Mouse is designed to be a low-maintenance device, with its primary upkeep involving routine battery replacement and adherence to simple power management practices. The provided troubleshooting steps are user-friendly and address the most common issues that might arise during its operation.

Logitech Tablet Mouse Specifications

General IconGeneral
ConnectivityBluetooth
DPI1000
Scroll WheelYes
Number of Buttons3
CompatibilityWindows, macOS, Android

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