iPad User Guide Thread


Welcome to iPad User Guide!!

This guide has been made to provide you with information you need to know about operating your iPad. Solutions are constantly updated to reflect the ongoing developments of the iPad.

Read the RULES before you continue: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1080223


Section 'A' : An Introduction To iPad:
Section 'B' : Customise Your iPad:
Section 'C' : Frequent Asked Questions:
Section 'D' : Tips n Tricks

Whenever possible, we also advise that you perform a Google or a forum search on the topic of interest that you are looking for should this guide not be sufficient to tackle your problems. This is to avoid creating a messy clutter of new individual threads which can ruin other forumer's user experience. You should also be aware that most of the solutions below include a link to relevant threads where you can engage in further discussion on the particular topic.

If all fails and you truly think you have an unique problem, feel free to post up a new thread (with a clear title to help improve search results) or give a shout out to the regulars in Apple iPad Discussion thread . In line with keeping the discussions where it is supposed to be, this thread will be locked to avoid spam and irrelevant chatter.

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iPad Firmware Download *do not unzip the firmware. Remove the .zip extension. Your firmware should ends with .ipsw extension


Firmware 4.3 Download

iPad 1 Firmware 4.3 : Download

iPad 2 (Wifi) Firmware 4.3 : Download

iPad 2 (GSM) Firmware 4.3 : Download

iPad 2 (CDMA) Firmware 4.3 : Download


Firmware 4.3.3 Download

iPad 1 Firmware 4.3.3 : Download

iPad 2 (Wifi) Firmware 4.3.3 : Download

iPad 2 (GSM) Firmware 4.3.3 : Download

iPad 2 (CDMA) Firmware 4.3.3 : Download



Firmware 4.3.4 Download

iPad 1 Firmware 4.3.4 : Download

iPad 2 (Wifi) Firmware 4.3.4 : Download

iPad 2 (GSM) Firmware 4.3.4 : Download

iPad 2 (CDMA) Firmware 4.3.4 : Download



*Hold shift and click restore for Windows users and select the firmware. Hold Alt/Option and click Restore for Mac users and select the firmware. (Do a full backup before you proceed).
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Please feel free to PM me some iPad Tips n tricks or some Q&A and i will post them up. The more, the merrier...Cheers

This post has been edited by davidgary73: Jul 16 2011, 11:54 AM

Section 'A' : An Introduction To iPad:

This introduction section is for the complete new iPad users/owners.



2nd Generation iPad

Wi-Fi model - 16, 32, 64 GB
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology

Wi-Fi + 3G model (micro sim is required) - 16, 32, 64 GB
Wi-Fi + 3G model: UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz); GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
Wi-Fi + 3G for Verizon model: CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (800, 1900 MHz)
Data only
Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n)
Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR technology

More info: http://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/

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1st Generation iPad


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What To Do After Purchasing The iPad?

1. Read The Manual!
Downlaod iPad User Guide: http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/iPad_User_Guide.pdf (right click and save as)

http://www.apple.com/ipad/
http://www.apple.com/ipad/gallery/#ad
http://www.apple.com/ipad/specs/


2. Set Up An iTunes Account. How?
A: Regardless of whether you are on the Mac or PC, you should have the latest version of iTunes installed ( http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/ ). You will need this program to activate your iPad and to set up your iTunes Account so that you can buy/download more games/applications/songs/videos/etc which you can add to your iPad.

Although it is possible to set up a Malaysian iTunes Account, it is highly recommended that you open a US iTunes Account instead. The US iTunes Store has no limits to what content you can access compared to other localised versions of the store.

Q: How to sign up?
A: Download the PDF guide from one of the following links to find out how to open a US iTunes Account for free: (credit: friends)
( Download Link 1 )
( Download Link 2 )
( Download Link 3 [ English and Chinese ] )

Video Tutorial: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Un4frEddL1E by yezhacolic.

Q: Can i have a few iTunes account and sign up for free?
A: Yes you can create as many as you like. We recommend that you setup a M'sia and a US iTunes account. You can switch/login different iTunes account via Settings > Store in your iPhone or sign in with your desktop/laptop computer but only one account at a time.

Q: Can i make purchase in US iTunes account with M'sia Credit Card?
A: You will not be able to make purchases from the US iTunes Store with a Malaysian credit card. The solution to this is to get the iTunes Gift Cards which you can use to redeem for store credit. You can buy these gift cards locally by looking for sellers in the Garage Sales section. (To redeem: iTunes Program>iTunes Store>Quick Links>Redeem)

Q: Can i use M'sia Credit Card to purchase Applications?
A: Yes you can and only valid for M'sia AppStore.

Q: M'sia AppStore sells in Ringgit or US currency? Any handling fee for international transactions using M'sia CC?
A: All transaction will be done in US currency and your respective CC provider/bank will impose a 1% charge on top of that amount paid.

Application price: $0.99 = around RM3.70
Total amount paid with 1% transaction fee using M'sia CC = RM3.74
* For more enquiries, please refer to this thread: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/998251

More info: http://www.apple.com/support/itunes/store/


Q: I got no credit card, can i register for iTunes ? And how do i purchase game without credit cards ? Is there another solution to it ?
A: Purchase iTunes gift card at MOL.com

[credit to -Torrz]

Q: Does iTunes US gift card credit has expiry dates/time?
A: Nope.. no expiry date/time.

Q: Do i have pay for my applications again after i upgrade or restore my iPad or reformatted my comp?
A: Do not worry about having to pay again for applications already purchased from the iTunes Store as purchases made are a one off process (lifetime). If your application does not show under the iTunes Library (or does not appear after a sync) for any reason after firmware upgrades, reformatted your comp, simply reselect your application from the AppStore, click buy, type in your password and it will re-download for free.


Q: Can i share purchased applications/games with 2 or 3 iPads?
A: Yes. Just authorise those iPads with your iTunes and you can share your applications and games. Those iPads will need to sync with your personal computer iTunes and not others. If they were to sync with another computer, all applications/games will be removed.


Q: How do I authorise/deauthorise my iTunes account on PC/MAC?[/b]
A: For this part, I will lead you to the Apple's site for more information. For your information, one iTunes account can authorise up to 5 PC/MAC. Hence it is essential for you to deauthorise a PC/MAC before reformatting it.


Q: Transfering my applications to a new Computer. How?
A1: Option 1. You get to re-download all the purchased app from iTunes for free if you happen to move to a new computer or lost all your previous data. iTunes/iPad will prompt you that you already purchased the app, and do you want to re-download it for free. (credit wei)
A2: Option 2. From Mac or PC, copy the entire "Mobile Applications" folder into an external storage device, an external HDD or a thumb drive. Plug that external storage device into your Mac or PC, and open the folder. Leave that Finder window open, and run iTunes. Sign in into your iTunes account. Then drag-and-drop ONE app, from that "Mobile Applications" folder on that external storage device, into your Mac or PC iTunes. It should copy over into your Mac or PC iTunes library, which answers that question of yours whether it recognizes your PC or PC iTunes file format or not. Then try and sync your iPod Touch to it. If it installs the app over, then it works. Drag-and-drop all the other apps from that external storage device, to your iTunes on your new Mac or PC, and sync your iPad to get all the apps back into it. (credit stringfellow)


3. Upgrading Firmware(FW)

Q: What is firmware?
A:The firmware is the operating system installed on the iPad. Apple releases firmware upgrades for your iPad to reflect new software improvements from time to time.

Q: How to upgrade firmware?
A: Firmware updates are done via iTunes. Every time you connect your iPad to iTunes, a check for updates is done automatically as a default setting. You will be prompted to install if there is new firmware available. You are recommended to ignore this and to turn off automatic updates (in the prompt pop-up). It is recommended instead that you do your research first on the new firmware and when you are certain you want to update the firmware, you can do so manually in iTunes by clicking on the "Check for Updates" button.

Q: What happens if i upgrade from previous firmware?
A: Note that every time you do a firmware upgrade, any settings or preferences on your iPhone will be wiped out and can be restored to the state you want so long as you do a backup before the upgrade. iTunes will automatically prompt you to do the backup. Syncing your iPad after the firmware upgrade. Backup will restore all your applications/saved game data that are wiped out during the upgrade process.


4. Get micro sim card

Q: Where to purchase?
A: Purchase 3G prepaid/unlimited/limited plan from Digi, Celcom and Maxis. You may need is to cut the sim card in micro sim version.

Q: How to cut? Any tutorial?
A: Sim cutting tutorial: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1466267/+2360


5. iPad Warranty

Q: Is iPad international warrantied?
A: iPad warranty has international warranty. Nearest country to claim warranty is Singapore.

Q: If i don't have the official receipt, will they still acknowledge the iPad?
A: They track via your registration when you first time plug your iPad onto iTunes to register for warranty. That is why its required to register 7 days after your purchase. They will track your serial code.

Online Service Assistance Warranty Check: https://selfsolve.apple.com/GetWarranty.do


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This post has been edited by davidgary73: May 26 2011, 11:56 AM

Section 'B' : Customise Your iPad:

This section will share with you the most common general tweaks that Malaysian iPad users will usually want to apply. These include tweaks etc to suit the local networks and environment.


1. Transferring Video Files To The iPad.

Q: How to transfer .avi or .mkv video into iPad?
A1: For windows, you can e Vidora: http://www.videora.com/en-us/Converter/iPod/ and Mac users can use Handbrake: http://www.handbrake.fr/ or Quicktime Pro.
A2: Use airvideo to convert. Or you can use OPlayer HD to upload the video in their native format and watch them on iPad. (by jphlau)
How to use AirVideo?
The Air Video in your iPad is one part. You need to go to Air Video website to download the Air Video Program for your PC (i assusme you are using Windows PC). This program must be installed in your PC for it to act as the Server to your Ipad App in your Ipad.
Please see => http://www.inmethod.com/air-video/index.html
You need to complete the Part 2 as shown in the web page.

After that you need to link the two up i.e
1 Start the PC Air Video first.
2 In the "Remote" tab, copy down the "Server PIN" number
3 Start the Air Video App on your Ipad - In there key in the Server Pin from above - this should then connect the Ipad to your PC

After that browse from your Ipad whic movie you want to watch.
As for either "Live Conversion" or just "Convert", I have alredy described that in my Post.
Just go and try it yourself.

When you start the Air Video in your PC, go to the "Shared Folders" tab. You need to add which Folders in your PC containing Videos that you allow to be viewed. [credit zerko]

*The suggested compression is - File Format: MP4, Video Format: H.264, Data Rates: 960-1500 kbits/sec, Audio Format: AAC
A3: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id384098375?mt=8


2. iPad Accesories

More info: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1444865

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This post has been edited by davidgary73: Oct 1 2010, 09:54 PM

Section 'C' : Frequent Asked Questions:

General

Which iPad?
Q: Which iPad model should i choose? Wifi or the Wifi+3G? 16, 32 or 64 GB?
A1: Users choice and decision. The more space you have, the more application, songs and movies you can store in your iPad.
A2: To get Wifi or Wfi+3G really depends on your lifestyle and where you would use the iPad more frequently. If you do not plan to take it everywhere you go and use it mostly at home, then by all means - get the wifi only unit. Getting the 3G, you will gain mobility but also additional monthly expenses for the 3G data subscription. [by MrHoh]

Upload music and movies?
Q: How do i uplaod music and movies to iPad?
A: Use iTunes.

Flash Support
Q: Does IOS4 on iPad supports Flash? Facebook flash games etc?
A: No. IOS4 does not support Flash. Read: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1510179

Q: Any reason why flash is not supported?
A: http://www.apple.com/hotnews/thoughts-on-flash/

Make calls
Q: Can i make calls via iPad with the microsim 3G card?
A1: The iPad can't be used to make phone calls (like a normal cellphone), however, there is Skype! (by TechnoDude94)
A2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYf5sAa7myc

Games via Bluetooth
Q: Can iPad play game with iPhone/iPod Touch via Bluetooth?
A: Yes you can.

Charging iPad
Q: How to charge iPad?
A: Use the wall charger or the USB cable that comes with the iPad.


Connections

Mirocsim
Q: What microsim can i use with iPad?
A: 3G prepaid/unlimited/limited plan from Digi, Celcom and Maxis. You need is to cut the sim card in micro sim version, slot into iPad , set the internet settings on iPad and you can start using non stop.

USB Broadband
Q: I have a maxis USB broadband, say if I have an iPad (don't own one...yet), can that USB broadband work on it?
A1: You can get a MIFI device like the d-link or huwei ones and use them as a wifi router with your broadband sim card. Or just get a 3G iPad if you can and insert micro-sim to use 3G to surf.
A2: I would normally bring my MacBook with me when I go back to hometown and plug my Maxis USB Broadband Dongle (Huawei E1772) to my MacBook and enable "Internet Sharing" through Wi-Fi. (by TechnoDude94)

Q: Can we plug the broadbad USB modem to the iPad?
A: Nope, we can't plug the broadband USB modem to the iPad because it doesn't have a USB port. (by TechnoDude94)

MIFI. What's that?

Q: What is MIFI?
A: Mifi is a wireless modem that can be used with your sim card. It can last around 4 to 5 hours on a full charge and can be used by 5 or 6 devices at 1 time. You can use it with any wifi enabled devices like iPad,iPhone, laptop, iPod touch. (by ksc_3688)

Q: Any Mifi recommended device?
If you're on Maxis, get the Maxis 3G to Wi-Fi Modem (E5832).
Source: http://www.maxis.com.my/personal/broadband/tss/index.asp

If you're on Digi, get the Digi Mi-Fi.
Source: http://www.digi.com.my/internet/mifi_overview.html [by TechnoDude94]

Q: Which MiFi modem that allows continuous charging using USB cable?
A: huawei e585 it allowed to use your iPad while charge. [credit mikelanding]

Hotel Internet
Q: Travel with iPad, how to use hotel internet?
A: https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1557459

Thumbdrive files transfers
Q: Can i plug in my thumbdrive to transfer files? Can external hard drive work as a storage for iPad?
A: You can't plug your thumbdrive/pendrive direct into your iPad due to the lack of a USB-port. You need to buy a camera connection kit to allow plugin USB thumb flash drive only not hard drives. And file transfer is slow more suitable for small files.

Transfer files via Cam Kit
Q: Cam kit can i transfer my iPhone photos to iPad?
A: Plug in the iPad Cam Kit USB dongle to the iPad, plug the USB cable to the iPhone 4 and connect the two together, and the photos and videos inside the iPhone is recognised just as when you're connecting a USB thumb drive in, and you have the option of "sucking" the photos and videos into your iPad and clear the space on your iPhone 4. That way you can do simple- to moderately complex photo editing on the larger iPad screen. For apps to be used with the iPad to do photo editing. [by stringfellow]

Keynote presentation with projector
Q: Keynote presentation with projector? What to use?
A: You can use Keynote on the iPad through the Apple iPad Dock Connector to VGA Adapter to project your presentations on a projector.

Software

Q: Any applications like MSN or Yahoo Messenger for iPhone?
A: You can get this applications from iTunes AppStore for free or purchase.
1) Beejive (Purchase) (highly recommended)
2) Fring (Free)
3) Xumii (Free)
4) IM+ (Purchase)
5) Nimbuzz (Free)
6) Skype (Free)
7) Agile Messenger (Purchase)
8) Yahoo Messenger (Free)
9) eBuddy (Free)


Q: Can i send sms n MMS on the iPad?
Yes you can receive Sms and MMS using SwirlyMessage: http://www.iclarified.com/entry/index.php?enid=11290


Q: Is there a software which integrates youtube, facebook, or any other sites into one magazine-style layout page?
A: Yes. You can download Flipboard from iTunes.


Q: E-books downloaded from online can be synced to the iPad and read them using the iBook? They are in PDF format. How should I go about it?
A1: You can sync it to the iPad and read. I am using PDF Mate & iRead PDF, works flawlessly and its free. (By sakura73)
A2: Recommend cloudreader n usb disc for pdf files.


Q: Any local radio applications?
A: Get the local radio station apps at the itunes app store, flyfm and hitz have their respective apps. (By nimrod323)


Q: Handwriting/Note taking style?
A1: Download Note Taker HD $5. Work like charm for those who comfortable with handwriting. Nice layout and tools,great for work/meeting/lecture note taking. (by faried_u17)
A2: Noterize: http://appadvice.com/appnn/2010/07/noteriz...release-review/
A3: Penultimate


Q: I bought the apps for my iPad, is it possible to download to iPhone device too?
A: All of the apps exclusive for iPad is HD version, so iPod/iPhone cannot use iPad apps, but iPad can use iPod/iPhone apps. [credit zhou86]


Battery [by munak991]


Overnight Charge? Use it until 10% only Charge. 8 hour of Charge?

This is Lit Ion Battery modern Battery, This is not nickel Cadmium battery which it is use on those h/p 10 years ago.







SOS


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This post has been edited by davidgary73: Jun 19 2011, 01:25 AM

Section 'D' : Tips n Tricks:

Copy n Paste
Q: How to copy n paste?
A: Press ur finger on the sentence and the magnify glass sign will appear. Drag the corner to highlight the sentence or the words that u want to copy.


RMVB file in VLC
Q: iPad VLC cant watch RMVB video files and lag?
A: Use cinexplayer or yxplayer.

VPN and how to confirgure?
Q: What is VPN?
A: VPNs meaning Virtual Private Networks, can encrypt and tunnel all Internet traffic to your machine. The iPad VPN supporting the L2TP, PPTP, or Cisco IPSec VPN protocols, can help you access private information through public network securely.

To use VPN on iPad, you need to configure VPN first. Here is the tip on how to setup.

Configure VPN:
Tap Settings > General > Network > VPN > Add VPN Configuration. Then use the VPN settings for your device.
* Server = your computer's external IP or hostname.
* Account = your account login
* RSA SecurID = OFF
* Password = your account password
* Secret = computer's secret, chosen during set-up.
* Send all traffic = ON

Turn VPN on or off
If you have created a VPN configuration, you would find the option to turn VPN on or off in the Settings.
First disable Wi-Fi on iPad, then start VPN in the settings. Wait until it finishes connecting and the status bar would has the VPN icon.
Note: iPad will drop VPN whenever changing the networks.

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This post has been edited by davidgary73: Oct 6 2010, 01:56 PM

Tweak to print from ipad2 to USB Printer - by sugen

*For Windows ONLY.

As we know that IOS 4.2 and above is intergrated with airprint, but it only support limited's network printer. Means, all our home USB printer is not supported . Now,I am excited to share this tweak that allow my iphone 4 & ipad2 to print DIRECTLY via WIFI to my USB Canon MP250 printer (that is connected to my notebook) without purchasing any app from the app store !! . It prints natively from your ipad & iphone 4 !! I personally tested it out on my laptop running Windows Vista, of course the USB canon printer have to attach to the laptop. I can print from email, photo, pdf and anything that you can find the PRINT in your IOS.

Here is the steps

1) Computer must have iTunes installed
2.) Download & install Bonjour print services for Windows
link: http://support.apple.com/kb/dl999
Download AirPrint.zip (airprint.exe, libairprint.dll, XpdfPrint.dll)
link: http://forums.macrumors.com/attachment.php...18&d=1289596059
3) Unzip it.
4) If 64 bits Windows. Make a folder, "C:\Program Files (x86)\AirPrint\"
Copy the files to "C:\Program Files (x86)\AirPrint\"
5.) If 32 bits Windows. Make a folder, "C:\Program Files\AirPrint\"
Copy the files to "C:\Program Files\AirPrint\"
6) Run "cmd.exe" as administrator
7) Run (copy & paste) the following command in "command prompt". Make sure you run your command prompt in administrator rights..

Windows 64bits:
sc.exe create AirPrint binPath= "C:\Program Files (x86)\AirPrint\airprint.exe -s" depend= "Bonjour Service" start= auto
sc.exe start AirPrint

Windows 32bits:
sc.exe create AirPrint binPath= "C:\Program Files\AirPrint\airprint.exe -s" depend= "Bonjour Service" start= auto
sc.exe start AirPrint

8) Let Windows Firewall allow AirPrint to communicate on the networks (Double click on the airprint.exe)
9.) Made a shortcut of airprint.exe to Windows-Startup. So that each time Windows start, the service is automatically started..

This post has been edited by davidgary73: Jul 20 2011, 04:56 PM