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HANDMADE IN ENGLAND
A S T E R
U S E R  G U I D E  V E R S I O N  1 . 0

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  • Page 1 HANDMADE IN ENGLAND A S T E R U S E R  G U I D E  V E R S I O N  1 . 0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Google Play™ Google mail setup Apps precautionary advice Personal email setup Update apps Music Manage and restore apps About music Close apps Adding songs or albums to Play Music Uninstall apps Play music © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 Record and share a video Do I need a Google™ account to use my Video settings phone? Gallery How can I reduce my data costs, About gallery especially when abroad? View and edit photos and videos © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 Can I still use Google Maps if I do not have a data connection? Accessories Battery charger Data cable Wired stereo headset Specifications Specifications Care of your phone General care Embroidery Exotic leathers Leather Non-precious metals Precious metals © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Contact Vertu Customer Service by either pressing the Vertu key or through the Vertu Certainty app. Refer to the user guide on your phone from the Vertu Certainty app, or on the Vertu website at http://www.vertu.com/help-and-support/user-guides-and-downloads.aspx. Use the setup wizards available on the phone to help you with registration to create an email account.

  • Page 6: Safety

    Protect your hearing To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Exercise caution when holding your device near your ear while the loudspeaker is in use. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 7: Your Phone

    The package contents may vary slightly in accordance with the materials used in your particular phone and with regional regulations. Features and keys Front    Earpiece speaker    Headset connector    Notification light    Volume up key    Volume down key    Front camera    Ambient light sensor    Microphone    Loudspeaker (Stereo) © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 8: Antenna Locations

    Antenna locations Avoid touching the antenna areas while the antennas are in use. Contact with antennas affects the communication quality and may reduce battery life due to higher power levels during operation. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 9: Headset

    Dolby Sound interface appears, use it to adjust the volume and settings on your phone. Touch to open Dolby sound quick options. Touch to open volume settings panel to customize music, ringtones, notifications, and alarms. Touch to open the standard Android sounds settings view. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    To avoid damaging the SIM card or your phone, follow these steps carefully: 1. Press and slide the back plate cover to open. 2. Next open the SIM door and place your microSIM into the cavity as shown. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 11: Charge The Phone

    Then connect the other end of the cable to the USB port on your Vertu mains charger. Important: Use only chargers, cables and accessories supplied by Vertu. If the phone indicates a low charge, do the following: 1.

  • Page 12: Switch The Phone On Or Off

    If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the charging indicator is displayed or before you can make any calls. The phone cannot be activated using the Vertu Wireless Powerpack. Other ways to charge the battery You can also charge your phone by connecting it to your computer using the USB cable, or by placing it on the optional Vertu Wireless Charging Stand.

  • Page 13: Touch Screen Actions

    To select an item on the screen, touch it. Touch and hold To select an item and the actions associated with it, touch and hold. Drag Touch and hold the item, and then slide your finger across the screen. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 14: Start-Up Process

    2 Vertu registration If you are a new Vertu customer you will be asked to create a Vertu account. If you already own a Vertu phone you can simply log in to your existing account with your Vertu username and password.

  • Page 15: Use Your Phone When It Is Locked

    Getting started 3 Recommended apps For more on the apps that Vertu recommend, see "Recommended apps" on page 20. 4 Transfer contacts Transfer contacts to your phone with your Gmail™ account or your SIM card. For information on transferring contacts, see "Transfer contacts" on page 32.

  • Page 16: Explore

    You can also quickly control your Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, mobile data, USB connectivity and display options from the status and notification bar. Touch Home to close the status notification bar. Tip: Flick the notification left or right to clear it from the list. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 17: Status And Notification Icons

    USB connected Active call Downloading Missed call Uploading New voicemail Preparing SD card Calendar reminder Background data sync New SMS Alarm set New MMS Silent New chat Vibrate New email Aeroplane mode on © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 18: Clock Widget

    To add widgets to the home screen: 1. Press and hold the home screen. 2. Touch WIDGETS . 3. To select a widget, touch and hold it, and then drag it to the home screen. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 19: Favourites Tray

    Voice dialling: on the home screen, touch   and then say “Call” and then a contact name or phone number. Voice commands: on the home screen, touch   and then say a command, such as "Open Calendar". © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 20: Apps

    Play Store >   >  Settings > Auto-update apps > Auto-update over Wi-Fi only. Important: Choose your apps carefully from trusted sites, or you can rely on Vertu recommended apps. See "Apps precautionary advice" on page 21 and "Recommended apps" page 20. Your application purchases are tied to your Google account and can be installed an unlimited amount of times on any device.

  • Page 21: Apps Precautionary Advice

    To protect your phone from the threat of spyware, phishing, or viruses, it is important that you choose your apps carefully.  For Vertu-recommended security apps, see "Recommended apps" on page 20. Some apps drain your phone of phone memory and battery more than others. If you find that an app is draining your phone, simply uninstall it.

  • Page 22: Uninstall Apps

    Apps Uninstall apps To delete an app, touch Apps >  Settings > Apps > app name > Uninstall. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 23: Vertu Services

    Vertu Life. Vertu World View puts the exclusive world of Vertu Life into your hands. A finger touch allows your mind to travel anywhere on the globe to explore the beauty of what Vertu Life has to offer.
  • Page 24 Finally there is a link to our Recommended apps section to support you with other data protection issues, such as anti-virus and malware, remote lock/track and wipe, and various elements of data backup. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 25: Text Entry

    To add a new word to the dictionary, touch the word you have typed. Tip: To see a menu of punctuation marks, touch and hold the full stop key. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 26: Gesture Typing

    If you change the keyboard language and you want to be able to use spellcheck for the new language, you must install an additional keyboard dictionary. Under KEYBOARD & INPUT METHODS, touch (Google Keyboard) > Add-on dictionaries > a listed dictionary option > Install. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 27: Calls

    Note: To enter the + character, used for international calls, touch and hold 0. 3. To end the call, touch Tip: To voice dial a contact from the home page, touch   and say “Call” followed by a contact name. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 28: Call The Last Number Dialled

    To listen to your voicemail messages, from the home screen touch Phone, and then touch and hold 1 on the dial pad. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 29: Divert Calls To Another Number

    3. Dial the next number, or select it from contacts or favourites. 4. When the next number answers, touch Merge calls. Note: Conference calls are a network service. For details, contact your service provider. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 30: Contacts

    To call a contact, touch the contact and then touch the phone number. To text a contact, touch the contact and then touch To email a contact, touch the contact and then touch the email address. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 31: Add Contacts

    1. From the home screen, touch Apps >  Messaging. 2. Touch the message entry, and then touch  > Add to People. 3. Touch CREATE NEW CONTACT, and then enter the contact details. 4. Touch DONE. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 32: Mark Contacts As Favourites

    Important: Syncing your contacts with your Gmail account means that your contacts will always be backed up. SIM card For details on exporting contacts stored on your old phone to your SIM card, refer to the user documentation supplied with your previous phone. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 33 Then, to import these contacts stored on your SIM card to your Aster, touch Apps >  People >   > Import/export > Import from SIM card. Note: Transferring contacts with your SIM card may result in some contacts data being lost. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 34: Messaging And Email

    Note: You need to add each person to send a message to a group. 2. Touch to send your message. Instant messages  >   >  To send and receive instant messages, you can use Google Hangouts™. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 35: Manage Messages

    To compose a new message, touch . Enter your message and then touch to send the email. To reply all or forward the email, touch  . To read a message, touch it from the inbox. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 36: Personal Email Setup

    Apps >  Settings >  Add account. Select Email for your personal email accounts. For account details, contact the account provider. To read and reply to messages on your email accounts, touch Apps >  Email. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 37: Music

    3. Access your music on the web and your phone: After you have set up your Play Music music library, you can access it on your Aster, on any Android phone or tablet or on the web. Sign in and all your music is ready to be played. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 38: Play Music

    Fast forward or rewind: touch and hold the progress bar, and then drag forwards or backwards. Turn shuffle on or off: touch Repeat all on or off: touch Adjust the volume: press the volume keys on the side of the phone. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 39 When you see in the status and notifications bar, a song is playing. Flick down to see details. Touch the song to return to the music controls. Turn off the music Touch © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 40: Maps And Navigation

    Touch DONE to download the map data. Tip: Blocks of map data can be up to 100 MB. So Vertu recommends that you connect to a Wi-Fi network before you download.

  • Page 41: Personalising Your Phone

     to silence your phone and activate vibrate mode. Touch  to silence your phone without activating vibrate. Touch   to reactivate your ringtone. To activate the ring and vibrate option, touch Apps >  Settings > Sound > Vibrate when ringing. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 42: Wallpapers

    Auto-rotate To set whether the screen rotates automatically in certain apps, touch Apps >  Settings >  Display > Auto-rotate screen. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 43: Screen Lock

    To automatically use the network date and time, touch Automatic date & time or Automatic timezone. Language and region settings To set your menu language and region, touch Apps >  Settings > Language & input > Language. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 44: Social Networks

    To sign in to your social networking account, enter your username or email address and password. The social networking accounts are third-party services and not provided by Vertu. Check the privacy settings of the social networking accounts to control what information you are sharing. Familiarise yourself with the terms of use and the privacy practices of any social networking accounts you use.

  • Page 45: Managing Accounts

    Note: To backup application data, Wi-Fi passwords and other settings to Google servers make sure that the Back up my data box is ticked. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 46: Browser

    Tip: Check your data plan with your service provider. To save data costs, you can use Wi-Fi to connect to the internet. To go to a website, touch the web address bar, enter a web address, and then touch Go. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 47: Connect To The Internet

    Privacy and security To make changes to your privacy and security settings, from the home screen touch  Apps >   >   > Settings > Privacy & security. To empty the cache, touch   > Settings > Privacy > Clear browsing data > Clear cache. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 48: Downloads

    To see the files you have downloaded, from the home screen touch Apps >  Downloads. Touch an item to open it. Touch the check box to select an item, and then touch the trash can to delete it. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 49: Camera

    Note: Touch the screen to change the focus location. A white circle shows your new focus location, and two markers turn from white to green when the camera has finished refocusing. 2. Touch to take your photo. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 50: Camera Settings

    "film strip" of your recent photos and videos. Flick right or left to move between videos. Touch to see the sharing options. To return to the live camera view, flick right to move to the far left of the film strip. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 51: Video Settings

    Camera Video settings To see the options, touch the symbol in the top right corner of the screen. Then touch the option you wish to change and slide to a new setting. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 52: Gallery

    All your photos and videos are shown in Albums. Touch an album and then touch  > Group by and select an option from Locations, Times, People or Tags to show how the album is displayed. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 53: Create A Folder

    Touch a photo, and then touch   > Set picture as > Contact photo or Wallpaper. Take a screen shot To take a screen shot, press and hold the power key and volume down key at the same time. To see the screen shot, touch Apps >  Gallery > Screenshots. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 54: Office Tools

    To delete an event, touch it to open it, and then touch the trash can To see multiple calendars, touch  > Calendars to display. Select the check boxes next to the calendars you want to see, touch Calendars to sync > OK. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 55  > Calendars to display. Select the check box next to your calendar and touch Calendars to sync > OK. To change your calendar reminder tone, touch  > Settings > General settings > Sound. Note: You will need to have added an account for each calendar that is shown. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 56: Connectivity

    PC, and print files with a compatible printer. To turn Bluetooth on, touch OFF and drag it to the right. To turn Bluetooth off, touch ON and drag it to the left. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 57: Location Services

     > Visibility timeout. Location services  >   >   > Location access To allow apps to use data from sources such as Wi-Fi and mobile networks to determine your approximate location, touch Wi-Fi & network location. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 58: Set Your Phone To Sync With Your Computer

    4. Follow the prompts on your computer to sync your digital media files. When the sync has finished, disconnect the USB cable. Note: Always use the Vertu microUSB cable supplied with your phone. Copy between the phone and a PC Note: When you connect your phone for first time, your computer may prompt you that drivers are being installed.

  • Page 59: Tethering And Portable Hotspot

    SIM card. Contact your bank, credit card or network provider for more details about secure SIM cards. Note: The Android Beam™ feature is not universally compatible with all other devices. Contact Vertu Customer service for more details.

  • Page 60: Phone Management

    Pictures, videos, touch and hold a folder or file, and then touch  > Delete. Tip: You can view your phone memory and cloud memory usage by using the Vertu Certainty app. See "About Vertu Services" on page 23 for more information.

  • Page 61: Data Roaming Settings

    Use your Gmail™ account to back up your contacts, emails and calendars. To set your Google sync settings, touch  Apps >  Settings > select your Google account. To back up your text messages, use a Vertu-recommended app. For more information, see "Recommended apps" on page 20. To back up your Google account, touch Apps > ...

  • Page 62: Access Codes

    The IMEI number is used to identify valid phones in the network. This number can also be used to block a stolen phone. You may be required to give this number to Vertu Customer service. To see your IMEI number, from the home screen touch Apps > ...

  • Page 63: Tips And Tricks

    To quickly access the phone settings from the home screen, drag down the notification bar from the top of the screen. Touch the icon in the top right corner and then touch © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 64: Extend Battery Life

    Also, you can download battery-management apps that let you to control how and when your phone uses features that have the most impact on your battery's power. Visit Vertu Recommended apps for our latest suggestions on applications for battery and power management.

  • Page 65: Faqs

    How do I know how much storage I have on my phone? How do I set a photo as my wallpaper? Can I still use Google Maps if I do not have a data connection? © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 66: How Can I Extend The Battery Life Of My Phone

     >   >   > Data usage. To set a data usage warning, drag the right side of the orange bar up or down. You will receive a notification when the level set is reached. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 67: How Do I Transfer Music From My Computer To My Phone

    When you first listen to a track with Play Music on your phone, the song is cached on the phone. So, over time your favourites are automatically made available for offline listening, such as when you are travelling on an aeroplane. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 68: How Do I Setup An Email Account On My Phone

    1. Install and set up Vertu PC Suite on your computer. You can download Vertu PC Suite at http://www.vertu.com/en/help-and-support/user-guides-and-downloads/software-for-mac- and-pc.aspx?td=rm-266v 2. Using a USB cable, connect the different Vertu phone to the PC and ensure that Vertu PC Suite is selected. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 69: How Do I Set My Music As Ringtone

    FAQs 3. From Vertu PC Suite, set up the synchronization options. Select MS Outlook as the target, and then the option to upload phone data to MS Outlook. Select the data you wish to synchronise, which can include contacts, calendars and notes.

  • Page 70: Why Is My Internal Storage Less Than Advertised

    The IMEI number is used to identify valid phones in the network. This number can also be used to block a stolen phone. You may be required to give this number to Vertu Customer service. To see your IMEI number, from the home screen touch Apps > ...

  • Page 71: How Do I Know How Much Storage I Have On My Phone

    Touch DONE to download the map data. Tip: Blocks of map data can be up to 100 MB. So Vertu recommends that you connect to a Wi-Fi network before you download.

  • Page 72: Accessories

    Other charging options You can also charge the battery by using: A compatible PC (this method also provides data connectivity) The VERTU Wireless charger or a wireless charger that conforms to the Qi standard. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 73: Data Cable

    (MTP), between your phone and a PC. Wired stereo headset Your Aster phone is supplied with a wired stereo headset, which includes a microphone and integrated volume controls. Connect this to the headset connector on the phone. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 74: Specifications

    13 MP main camera with AF and twin LED flash HD front camera 64 GB of internal memory High-fidelity stereo 11 mm x 15 mm loudspeakers with Dolby®Digital Plus support A-GPS and compass Gyro and accelerometer for orientation and game play © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 75 Google Mobile services, including Google Play, Gmail, Google Chrome, Google+, Google Maps, Google Drive cloud storage, YouTube™ and other services. Browser, Calculator, Calendar, Camera, Clock, Downloads, Email, Gallery, Messaging, Movie Studio, People, Phone and Settings. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.

  • Page 76: Care Of Your Phone

    Care of your phone General care If your Aster phone or any of the accessories are not working as they should, contact your Vertu dealer. Always use your Aster in the documented manner. Incorrect usage may affect performance. Do not attempt to open or disassemble your Aster phone. The only part you ever need to open is the SIM door.

  • Page 77: Leather

    Contact with oily substances, make-up and solvents Non-precious metals Vertu metals are finished to a high standard and care needs to be taken to maintain their appearance. Avoid the following: Contact with chemicals such as solvents, alkaline and acid solutions, cola-based drinks and exposure to salt water.

  • Page 78: Sapphire And Ceramics

    Care of your phone We recommend that your Vertu phone is kept in a Vertu leather case when not being used, particularly when placed in handbags and other luggage. If the stones appear to become dull from use, the product can be lightly polished using the Vertu microfibre polishing cloth.

  • Page 79: Safety And Warranty

    FCC’s wireless hearing aid compatibility rules ensure that consumers with hearing loss are able to access wireless communications services through a wide selection of handsets without experiencing disabling radio frequency (RF) interference or other technical obstacles. © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 80 Consult your service provider or Vertu Customer Service for information on hearing aid compatibility. If you have questions about return or exchange policies, consult Vertu Customer Service.
  • Page 81 Standard SIM cards are not supported. The use of an incompatible SIM card or an adaptor not supplied by Vertu may damage the card or the phone, and may corrupt data stored on the card.
  • Page 82 Do not connect products that create an output signal as this may cause damage to the phone. Do not connect any voltage source to the headset connector. If you connect an external device or headset, other than those approved by Vertu, pay special attention to volume levels. Camera flash Keep a safe distance when using the flash in the camera.

  • Page 83: Additional Care And Maintenance

    Additional care and maintenance The Product in the sales package contains one or more sophisticated electronic devices. Vertu therefore strongly encourages you to familiarise yourself with the instructions provided with and for these devices.

  • Page 84: Manufacturer's Limited Warranty

    If you wish to make a claim under this Limited Warranty, please return your Product, or the affected part (if it is not the entire Product), to a Vertu-authorised service company. For further details on how to make © 2014 Vertu Corporation Limited. All rights reserved.
  • Page 85 By using such a third party application, you acknowledge that the application is provided as is. Vertu does not warrant that any Vertu software will work in combination with any hardware or software provided by a third party, that the operation of any software will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that any defects in the software are correctable or will be corrected.
  • Page 86 All parts of the Product or other equipment that Vertu has replaced shall become the property of Vertu. If the Product is found not to be covered by the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty, Vertu and its authorised service companies reserve the right to charge a handling fee.

  • Page 87: Software Application Notices For The Phone

    Safety and warranty Software application notices for the phone The services on the phone, for example Vertu Life, Vertu Certainty and Recommended apps require a data connection to send up-to-date information to your Vertu phone. If the connection cannot be made, these features will be unavailable or will have reduced functionality.
  • Page 88 You can deactivate such geotagging in the camera settings. Some location content is generated by third parties and not by Vertu. Some of this content may be inaccurate and subject to local availability.

  • Page 89: Environmental

    If you want Vertu to recycle your Product at the end of its life, please either return it to the point from which you purchased it (if known), or return it to Vertu’s headquarters. Alternatively, should you purchase a replacement Product from another supplier, the new supplier is obliged to take back the original Product and recycle it appropriately.

  • Page 90: Export And Controls

    Copyright and trademark notices Copyright © Vertu 2011-2014. All rights reserved. Vertu and the V logo are registered trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Vertu operates a policy of continuous development. Therefore, Vertu reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice.

  • Page 91: Sar (Specific Absorption Rate) Notice

    Your phone may cause TV or radio interference (for example, when using the phone in close proximity to receiving equipment). The FCC or Industry Canada can require you to stop using your phone if such interference cannot be eliminated. If you require assistance, contact Vertu Customer Service. The Product, or Products, comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 92: Declaration Of Conformity

    Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (i) the Product(s) may not cause harmful interference, and (ii) the Product(s) must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Vertu could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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