Setup

• Hardware overview (VPC-A31-O1)

  Welcome to ViewSonic VPC-A31-O1 Android EDLA (Enterprise Device Licensing Agreement) certified OPS (Open Pluggable Specification) device. Your VPC-A31-O1 slot-in device can be installed on any OPS-compliant display, including ViewBoards and CDEs. This article introduces the basics of the VPC-A31-O1's hardware, as well as gives an overview of the dis

• Connecting devices (VPC-A31-O1)

  This article provides requirements for connecting devices to your VPC-A31-O1 using different input/output sources. Network connection Connect to the Internet or local network by connecting one end of a RJ45 cable to the RJ45 port of the VPC-A31-O1 and the other to your network device. Example of network connect, with RJ45 cable above RJ45 slot on th

• Powering on your VPC-A31-O1

  This article shows you how to switch over to the VPC's input source to power on and use your VPC-A31-O1. On IFP devices Depending on your device model, you may see a full screen input source menu or a pop-up input source window. No matter the menu, follow the instructions below. Input settings menu with ViewBoard input source selected on the IFP52.

Using your VPC-A31-O1

• Home screen and toolbars (A31-O1 EDLA)

  Learn the options available on your VPC-A31-O1 home screen and some apps you can start using to begin lesson creation and delivery in this article. Home screen overview Once the device is powered on and the initial setup has been completed, you'll be presented with a home screen that should be familiar to any Android-based mobile device user. Defaul

• Device profiles management (A31-O1 EDLA)

  This article shows you how to set up profiles on your device. This allows users to switch between their own custom profiles where they can save their Google accounts safely and securely. In addition, home screen customizations, as well as other options, will save according to a profile. Getting started When completing the initial setup of your VPC-A

• System updates and firmware versions (A31-O1)

  This article outlines the methods available to update your device's firmware. In addition, find a summary of the most recent firmware version notes. Accessing the System Update menu Access your settings and access the System menu. Review different methods of accessing your settings. Then, locate ViewSonic System Update in the list. Location of syste

Settings

• Access VPC-A31-O1 settings

  After switching to the VPC-A31-O1 input source, access the A31's settings to modify preferences, accessibility features, accounts, system settings, and more. How to access ViewBoard settings The following methods are different depending on your chosen Launcher Scheme. On the ViewBoard, Method 1: Scheme A and B On any screen, swipe down from the top

• Network & internet settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Check current internet connection status, and set up and manage Wi-Fi, Ethernet, VPN, and a wireless hotspot. Network & internet settings menu. Setting Description Internet Set up and manage Ethernet and Wi-Fi connection, as well as network preferences. Airplane mode When enabled, all wireless communication will be turned off. Hotspot & teth

• Connected devices (VPC-A31-O1)

  Set up and manage Bluetooth connections, saved devices, and connection preferences for any device connected by Bluetooth. Connected devices settings menu. Setting Description Pair new device Enable Bluetooth to search for and connect to a Bluetooth device. Saved devices View all previously connected Bluetooth devices. (Note: Bluetooth will turn on w

• Apps settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  View any running or installed applications. Press them for more detailed information and options. Apps settings menu. Setting Description Recently opened apps Any recently used applications will be listed here. Default apps Set default applications for certain uses (e.g., default browser). Screen time Displays the total amount of time your ViewBoard

• Notifications settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Manage notification and conversation settings and preferences. Notifications settings menu. Setting Description App settings Set up notification settings for individual applications. Notification history View recent notifications. Conversations Set previously received notifications or messages as priority. Bubbles When enabled, conversations can app

• Storage settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Check the overall storage status of your ViewBoard, view how much storage apps are taking, or free up space. Storage settings menu. Setting Description Storage manager When enabled, the storage manager will remove backed up photos and videos. Free up space Go to Files and review old files that you may want to delete. System Total storage space of sy

• Sound settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Adjust your ViewBoard's volume level and set up various sound preferences. Sound settings menu. Setting Description Volume Adjust the volume level of various sound types. Do not disturb Set sound preferences for when “Do Not Disturb” mode is turned on. Live caption When enabled, automatically caption speech from media such as videos playing on the d

• Display settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  In Display settings, enable or disable a lock screen password requirement. In addition, configure different display settings related to brightness, text size, and more. Display settings menu. Setting Description Lock screen Set lock screen preferences, with options to require either a swipe pattern, PIN, or password to unlock the screen. Screen time

• Wallpaper settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Adjust and personalize your device wallpaper, colors, and theme. Wallpaper settings menu. Setting Description Live wallpapers Select from available animated wallpapers. Photos Access your personal photos stored in Google Photos. Wallpaper & style Select from available preset wallpapers and color schemes. Wallpapers Select from more available pre

• Accessibility settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  View and adjust various tools that can help people with visual, auditory, speech, or physical impairments use the ViewBoard. Accessibility settings menu. Setting Description Select to speak When enabled, certain on-screen items will be dictated aloud when pressed (e.g., text or images). TalkBack When enabled, device actions will be described by audi

• Security settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Review and adjust device security settings, such as Google Play Protect and a screen lock password. Security settings menu. Setting Description Google Play Protect Run a check of installed applications for any potentially harmful behavior. Find My Device Enable the ability to locate the ViewBoard remotely. Security update Check for security updates.

• Privacy settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Check and manage your current privacy settings. Privacy settings menu. Setting Description Privacy dashboard View which applications recently accessed different device data categories. Permission manager Control application access to your data. Microphone access Allow or disallow microphone access for applications or services. Show passwords When en

• Location settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  View and manage device location settings. Location settings menu. Setting Description User location When enabled, the location of the device will be accessible to applications. Recent access Review which applications recently accessed the device’s location. App location permissions Review which applications have permission to access the device’s loc

• Passwords & accounts settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Review Google accounts signed in on this device and related services. Passwords & accounts settings menu. Setting Description Passwords Review saved passwords. Autofill service Select which autofill service to use, if any. Accounts Add or remove accounts. (Signed in accounts will differ by the user profile currently selected.) Automatically sync

• Digital Wellbeing settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Review your ViewBoard’s usage time and set up various tools to promote more balanced usage of the device. Digital Wellbeing settings menu. Setting Description Your Digital Wellbeing tools A brief overview of device usage, unlocks, and notifications. Dashboard Review screen time, number of notifications, and number of device unlocks. Night shift Redu

• Google settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Review all of Google’s services and set up related preferences. Google settings menu. Setting Description Ads Manage advertisement personalization. Autofill With a Google account, passwords and other information can be filled in automatically. Backup With a Google account, back up the device’s data. Device & sharing Set casting and device sharin

• System settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  View and adjust various system settings, such as language, launcher scheme, device backups, system updates, add users, and more. System settings menu. Setting Description Languages & input Choose this profile's display language and input method. Launcher scheme Choose between Scheme A and Scheme B home screen layouts. Sidebar Enable/disable the

• About device settings (VPC-A31-O1)

  Review device information, like model name and system version. About device settings menu. Owner profile is currently active. Setting Description Device name Assigned name of this device. Legal information Review legal information. Model Model name of this device. Android version Installed version of Android on this device. IP address IP address of