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  • Page 1 S500 User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    © 2012 All Rights Reserved Acer Liquid Smartphone User’s Manual Model: S500 First issue: 08/2012 Acer Liquid Smartphone Model number: ________________________________ Serial number: _________________________________ Date of purchase: ______________________________ Place of purchase: _____________________________...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents......................3 Setting up ........................5 Unpacking your smartphone ..................5 Getting to know your smartphone................5 Installing or removing the battery ................6 Installing a SIM or microSD Card ................7 Using your smartphone .....................8 Turning on for the first time ..................8 Using the touchscreen....................8 The Home screen ....................11 Locking your smartphone..................15...
  • Page 4 Connecting to a PC ....................40 FM radio .......................41 Multimedia playback.....................41 Restoring to factory settings ................42 Accessories and tips....................44 Using the headset....................44 Using a Bluetooth headset ...................44 Inserting a microSD Card ..................44 Appendix ........................45 FAQ and troubleshooting ..................45 Other sources of help ...................46 Warnings and precautions..................46 Emergency calls ....................49 Disposal and recycling information ..............49...

  • Page 5: Setting Up

    Your new smartphone comes packed in a protective box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents. If any of the following items is missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • Acer Liquid Smartphone • Battery • Quick Guide •...

  • Page 6: Installing Or Removing The Battery

    Item Description Phone speaker Emits audio from your smartphone; suitable for holding to your ear. Touchscreen 4.3-inch, 1280 x 720 pixel capacitive touchscreen to display data, phone content and enter information. Volume up/down buttons Increase or decrease the phone volume. Flash LED flash for camera.

  • Page 7: Installing A Sim Or Microsd Card

    Charging the battery For initial use, you need to charge your smartphone for eight hours. After that you can recharge the battery as needed. Connect the AC adapter cord to the micro USB connector on your smartphone. Removing the battery Open the battery compartment as shown in "Installing the battery"...

  • Page 8: Turning On For The First Time

    Using your smartphone Turning on for the first time To turn on your smartphone for the first time, press and hold the power button until the screen turns on. You will then be asked to configure some settings before you can use your smartphone.

  • Page 9: Text Assistance

    Tap: Touch the screen once to open items and select options. Drag: Hold your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images. Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see a list of actions available for that item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform.

  • Page 10: Changing The Text Input Method

    Function Description How to Swype Learn how to use the Swype keyboard. Preferences Change your text input preferences. Language Options Set the language used by the keyboard. • Add contact names and words used in posts to your Swype Connect personal dictionary.

  • Page 11: The Home Screen

    The Home screen After rebooting, your smartphone will display the home screen. This screen gives you quick, icon-based access to many of the frequently used features of your smartphone. At the bottom of the screen is the application dock which displays default applications. Tap an icon to open the application.

  • Page 12: Changing The Wallpaper

    Adding or removing folders You can also add folders to your Home screen. To create a new folder drag and drop an applicatoin icon onto another application icon in the Home screen. This will create an Unamed Folder. Tap the folder icon and then tap the name of the folder to rename it.

  • Page 13: Recent Apps

    Recent apps To access recently opened apps while working on another process, tap The Application menu To access the Application menu, on the Home screen tap in the center of the dock. Applications are displayed in alphabetical order. If more applications are available, an outline of the second page will be shown on the side of the screen.

  • Page 14: Notification Icons

    Connected to EDGE mobile network Mobile data transfering Connected to 3G mobile network No signal Connect to HSDPA network Connected to a wireless network Roaming Bluetooth is on Wireless tethering is activated Bluetooth connected USB tethering is activated Airplane mode (Wireless connectivity disconnected.

  • Page 15: Locking Your Smartphone

    Icon Description Icon Description Phone is connected to PC via USB Downloading data (animated) Carrier data use threshold exceeded Download finished Connected to or disconnected from virtual private network (VPN) Locking your smartphone If you will not use your smartphone for a while, briefly press the power button to lock access.

  • Page 16: Managing Contacts

    Managing contacts Managing your contacts Your smartphone features an address book that allows you to save contacts to either the internal memory or onto your SIM card. Open the People application from the Application menu or tap the People tab from the Dialer to view your contacts.

  • Page 17: Making Calls

    Making calls This chapter shows you how to make phone calls, and the various options available to you during your call. Before making a call Check that the phone function is on before you make a call. You can confirm the phone status from the icon on the right-hand side of the Notification area.

  • Page 18: Direct Dial Widget

    You can save phone numbers to your contacts list from the Call Log. Please refer to "Adding a contact" on page 14 for further details. Saving a dialed number to contacts You can save a number you have dialed to your contacts for future use. 1.

  • Page 19: The Voice Call Screen

    The voice call screen Once you have dialed your number the voice call screen appears, which displays the number/contact you are talking to, the call duration and voice call options. Voice call options Access Speaker- Mute a call Add a sec- Place the the key- phone...

  • Page 20: Internet Calling

    Internet calling You can place and receive Internet calls over wireless network. Adding an Internet calling account In the Application menu tap Settings > More... > Call settings > Accounts. Tap Add account, and enter the Username, Password, and Server information. You can also configure optional settings such as Display name, Outbound proxy address, Port number, Transport type, and Send keep-alive.
  • Page 21 Important: Calling a phone number using Internet calling requires that your service provider supports it, and may incur additional charges. Please contact your service provider if you have any questions.

  • Page 22: Messaging

    Messaging This chapter shows you how to set up and use the Phone messages, Social messages and Social events functions of your smartphone. All SMS and MMS messages are accessed via Messaging. Messaging automatically arranges received and sent messages into threads. To access Messaging tap Messaging on the Home screen.

  • Page 23: Replying To A Message

    Replying to a message When a new text message arrives a message icon appears in the Notification area and the message icon on the top of the phone lights up. Tap Messaging on the Home screen to view the message list or expand the Notification area to see a summary of the message.
  • Page 24 3. Tap the message to view the content. 4. To reply to the message, enter your text in the text box labeled Type messege and tap the Send icon. Simple text replies will be sent as SMS messages. If you wish to attach a file, tap .

  • Page 25: Going Online

    Going online Browsing the Internet In order to browse the Internet with your smartphone, you must be connected to a data or wireless network. Using the browser Tap Browser on the Home screen to start browsing. To open a new website, tap the address box at the top of the page.

  • Page 26: Setting Up Your Google Email

    Setting up your Google email 1. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a data or Wi-Fi connection. 2. From the Applications menu tap Gmail. If you did not enter your Gmail account address and password when you first started your phone, follow the on screen instructions. Composing an email 1.

  • Page 27: Maps, Navigation, Places And Latitude

    Important: Some applications may require payment before you can download them. You will need to have a Google Checkout account in order to pay for these applications. Uninstalling downloaded applications Once you’ve downloaded and installed an application, you may uninstall the application by tapping Settings from the Applications menu.

  • Page 28: Acercloud Setup

    Sign in using your Acer ID Start the AcerCloud program from the desktop or Start Menu. If you already have an Acer ID, use your email address and password to sign in to your AcerCloud account. Depending on your PC, you will see one of the following screens:...
  • Page 29 If you do not have an Acer ID If you do not yet have an Acer ID, you can either use your smartphone, or if you own an Acer Group PC, you can use your PC to create your Acer ID.
  • Page 30 AcerCloud options When you install AcerCloud, you have several options. Select the options that are useful on your PC: PicStream - Take holiday snapshots on your smartphone and share them with other smart devices. Photos will be backed up permanently on your Cloud PC (see below), and temporarily accessible for 30 days in your personal cloud and on other devices.

  • Page 31: Using The Camera

    Using the Camera Your smartphone features an 8-megapixel digital camera mounted on the rear, with a 2-megapixel front-facing camera function. This section will take you through all the steps in taking photos and videos with your smartphone. To activate the camera, tap Camera on the Home screen, or open the Applications menu and tap Camera.

  • Page 32: Taking A Photo

    Camera settings menu To adjust the settings, tap the settings button. The menu options are: Icon Description Capture mode: Normal, Panorama, HDR or Low light. * Only for the rear camera. Resolution: Set the photo quality. * Only for the rear camera. Widescreen: Turn off to take standard 4:3 photos.

  • Page 33: Shooting A Video

    • A blue dot shows the center of the next image; move the camera so the dot is in the center of the screen; your smartphone will then automatically capture an image and select the center of the next section of the image. Repeat to capture all images. Note: If fewer than five images are sufficient for your panoramic photo, tap the tick icon to stop the selection process and process the captured images.

  • Page 34: Viewing Photos And Videos

    Supported formats Type Formats Image JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP Video MPEG-4, H.263, H.264 Viewing photos and videos After you have taken your photo or video, it is automatically saved. Once you have taken a photo or video, you can view it in Gallery by tapping the thumbnail in the lower right corner.

  • Page 35: Advanced Settings

    Advanced settings Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode You can enter Airplane mode (also known as flight mode) to turn off telephone and Bluetooth functions and use your smartphone as a handheld device during a flight. Check with your airline to make sure this is permitted onboard. Switch your smartphone off during takeoff and landing as it may interfere with aircraft electronic systems.

  • Page 36: Adjusting Bluetooth Settings

    Item Description Call settings Set up voicemail, call forwarding, call waiting,and caller ID. Important: If your phone is in Airplane mode, the option to turn Bluetooth on will be disabled. Please refer to "Putting your smartphone in Airplane mode" on page 33 for instructions on turning Airplane mode on or off.

  • Page 37: Internet Sharing

    Internet sharing Tethering via USB If you wish to share your mobile Internet connection with a computer, you can connect your phone to a PC using the supplied USB cable. 1. Plug the USB sync cable into the micro USB connector on your smartphone. 2.

  • Page 38: Dolby Mobile

    Note: Contact your service provider should you have any problems obtaining voice mail and the text message service center numbers. Sound To adjust your phone’s sound settings, in the Application menu tap Settings > Sound. Item Description Volumes Adjust the media, ringtone & notification, and alarm volumes. Silent mode Silence all sounds except media and alarms.

  • Page 39: Connecting To A Pc

    Item Description Touch panel sensitivity Adjust the sensitivity to touch input. Font size Change the default font size for the UI. Phone settings Many phone settings are automatically configured by your smartphone when you insert a SIM card. The device will communicate with your provider and automatically obtain all necessary settings, such as network name, voice mail and text message center numbers.

  • Page 40: Fm Radio

    Google Sync In Google, you can set synchronization for contacts, email, photos and calendar. In the Accounts & sync menu, tap on a Google account and then tap the checkmark next to the item you would like to have auto-sync. Tap again to uncheck any for manual synchronization.

  • Page 41: Restoring To Factory Settings

    Setting alarms There are two predefined alarms on your phone by default. Tap Clock in the Applications menu, and then tap the alarm icon to edit alarm settings. You may: • Turn the alarm on or off. • Set the alarm time. •...
  • Page 42 Warning! This will erase all your personal information, any contacts stored on your phone and any programs you installed. If your phone is responding to screen input, then open Settings from the Applications menu. Tap Backup & reset > Factory data reset; click Reset phone and then Erase everything to format your phone.

  • Page 43: Accessories And Tips

    Accessories and tips This chapter shows you how to use accessories with your smartphone, as well as provide useful tips for when you are using your smartphone. Using the headset Your smartphone comes packaged with a headset with built-in microphone for handsfree use when making calls.

  • Page 44: Appendix

    Appendix FAQ and troubleshooting This section lists frequently asked questions that may arise during the use of your smartphone, and gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. Aspect Question Answer Audio Why is there no sound If the headset is plugged into the device, the coming from the speaker is automatically shut off.

  • Page 45: Other Sources Of Help

    Other sources of help For information on: Refer to: Up-to-date information regarding your www.acer.com smartphone mobile.acer.com Service enquiries www.acer.com/support Warnings and precautions • Do not use this product near water.

  • Page 46: Replacing The Battery Pack

    The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times, but it will eventually wear out. When the talk and standby times are noticeably shorter than normal, buy a new battery. Use only Acer approved batteries, and recharge your battery only with Acer approved chargers designated for this device.

  • Page 47: Operating Environment

    Operating environment Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your smartphone device under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.

  • Page 48: Emergency Calls

    To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local, state or federal laws.
  • Page 49 3. DO be careful not to drop your smartphone or subject it to any strong impact. Do not place your smartphone in your back pocket. 4. DO NOT expose your smartphone to extreme temperatures. For example, do not leave your smartphone on the dashboard of a car on a hot day or when temperatures are below freezing point.

  • Page 50: Specifications

    Specifications Performance ® • Qualcomm 8260A Dual Core, 1.5 GHz • System memory: • 1 GB of RAM • 8 GB of ROM ™ • Android operating system Display • 4.3" HD720 IPS, capacitive multi-touch • 1280 x 720 resolution Multimedia Formats supported: Type...
  • Page 51 Dimensions Height 127 mm Width 65.8 mm Thickness 9.9 mm...
  • Page 52 Trademark and legal notice Dolby Mobile Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbols are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

  • Page 53: Safety

    Safety Battery information This product uses a Lithium-ion battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet and/or corrosive environment. Do not put, store or leave your product in or near a heat source, in a high temperature location, in strong direct sunlight, in a microwave oven or in a pressurized container, and do not expose it to temperatures over 60 °C (140 °F).

  • Page 54: Regulatory Information

    Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer- group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm EEE yönetmeligine uygundur.
  • Page 55 Wireless operation channels for different domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through Ch11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz Ch01 through Ch14 Europe ETSI 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through Ch13 List of National Codes This equipment may be operated in the following countries: Country ISO 3166 Country ISO 3166...
  • Page 56 For body worn operation, this phone (EU model) has been tested and meets the ICNIRP exposure guidelines, and was included in the European Standard EN 62311 and EN 62209-2 for use with accessories that contain no metal and that position the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from the body.
  • Page 57 Lithium-ion battery warning ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica. Non disperdere le batterie nell’ambiente. VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßen Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ.

  • Page 58: End User License Agreement

    Sublicense or otherwise make the Software available to third parties, except that you may, after prior written notification to Acer, transfer the Software as a whole to a third party so long as you do not retain any copies of the Software and such third party accepts the terms of this Agreement.

  • Page 59: Privacy Policy

    Third Party Software in any manner that could interfere with any other party's use and enjoyment of the Third Party Services, or the services and products of Acer's licensors' or suppliers' third party licensors. Your use of the Third Party Software and Third Party Services is also subject to additional terms and conditions and policies which can be accessed through our global website.

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