Table of Contents MarsII specifications ................8 Package contents .................. 9 Chapter 1: Getting started Getting to know your MarsII ............... 12 Layout ..................... 12 Device components description ..............14 The QWERTY kayboard ................14 Getting your device ready ..............16 Installing the SIM card and battery..............
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Chapter : Entering data Using the Input Panel ................28 Using the Block Recognizer ................28 Using the on-screen keyboard ..............29 Using the Letter Recognizer................30 Using the Transcriber ..................32 Writing and drawing on the screen ............ 33 Recording voice ...................
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Using the phone pad ..................48 Making calls from Contacts ................50 Making calls from Call History ............... 50 Using the Speed Dial ..................51 Using Voice Command.................. 52 Receiving a call ..................53 Chapter : Wireless features Using Bluetooth .................
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Joystick functions in camera mode ............... 87 Camera mode screen..................89 Taking photos ....................97 Video mode screen ..................101 Recording videos ..................107 Viewing pictures and video ...............111 Viewing pictures and video ................111 Chapter : Device components status CPU mode setting ..................125 System information ..................
Package contents Check your MarsII package for the following items: • ASUS MarsII device x 1 • Battery x 1 • AC Adapter x 1 • USB Cable x 1 • Stylus x 1 • Protection case x 1 • Headset x 1 •...
Getting to know your MarsII Components: Layout Stylus Power button Volume controller Backlight switch Top features Mini-SD slot Earpiece receiver Notification LED LCD touch screen Call Key Left Soft key Start button Navigation pad Right Soft Key Messaging End Button Left side features Front features...
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Getting to know your MarsII Components: Self-Portrait Mirror Camera lens Camera flash light Battery compartment Infrared (IR) port Camera button Earphone Jack Mini-USB connector Designed for Windows Mobile Rear features Right side features Bottom features...
Device components description Item Description Stylus Use the stylus to write, draw, or select items on the touch screen. Power button Press once to set suspend mode or to wake device from sleep mode. Press and hold to turn the power ON or OFF. Volume controller Press the arrow buttons to adjust the volume.
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Device components description Item Description Navigation pad Press this multi-directional control up, down, left, or right to move through menus, program instructions; carry out the selection by pressing the center button. Right Soft key Performs the task indicated above the button. Press to quick start your Messaging.
The QWERTY keyboard MarsII device provides you with a QWERTY keyboard, which is similar to a standard PC keyboard. Slide the screen panel to the right to reveal the keyboard (see figure below) . & “ Space Shift OK key Left SOFT key Right SOFT key Navigation keys...
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Using the QWERTY keyboard You can follow the tips below to use the kayboard • Using “Cap Shift” key to type uppercase letter. • Press the Left/Right SOFT KEY to perform the command shown in the label above the key. •...
Getting your device ready Installing the SIM card and battery Before you can make a phone call using your MarsII, you need to install a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card. A SIM card contains your phone number, subscriber details, phonebook, and additional phone memory.
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2. Remove the battery. 3. Insert the SIM card with its gold contacts facing down and the notched corner oriented to the upper left corner of the slot as shown. 4. Replace the battery into the compartment with its copper contacts aligned to the copper conductor on the device.
Charging the battery The bundled battery pack is shipped partially charged. Charge the battery up to four (4) hours before using for the first time. To charge battery: 1. Connect the AC adapter plug to the system connector at the bottom of the device. 2.
Starting up Powering your device Make sure that your MarsII is fully-charged before starting the device for the first time. To turn on power: 1. Press and hold the power button. Power button 2. Follow onscreen instructions to align screen and set the local time zone. Using the stylus The stylus is a pen-like device found behind the upper right corner of your MarsII.
Calibrating MarsII Calibrating your device ensures that the item you tap on the screen is activated. This involves tapping in the center of targets that appear in various coordinates on the screen. To calibrate your screen: 1. Tap Start > Settings > System tab then tap Screen icon.
The Today screen The Today screen displays information useful to you. You can configure the Today screen to have all the important information you need. • To access the Today screen, tap Start > Today. • To personalize the Today screen, tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Today. The following describes the common information found on the today screen: Tap to open the Start menu Indicates the battery status...
Status indicators Refer to the table below for the Today screen icon status indicators. Icon Description General Packet Radio Services (GPRS) available. Connecting via GPRS. Connected via GPRS. Connecting with ActiveSync ActiveSync connection not active. ActiveSync synchronization in progress. Call forwarded. Call in progress.
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Status indicators Icon Description New voice mail. No cellular phone service. No signal. Searching for cellular phone service. Indicates signal strength. Sound OFF. Sound ON. Battery low. Battery partially charged. Battery charging. Battery fully charged.
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Status indicators Icon Description Searching Wi-Fi connection. Wi-Fi active. Roaming. This icon appears only if you have international roaming feature. Vibrate or silent mode on. Bluetooth headset connected. Bluetooth head connected with sound. Appears when you set alarm Pocket MSN service notification. Pocket MSN chat is online.
Screen orientation You can set the screen to three different orientations: 1. Portrait 2. Landscape (right-handed) 3. Landscape (left-handed) Set to Portrait mode to get a better view or better operation of certain applications on your device. Set to Landscape when viewing pictures, video or viewing longer text files. To change the screen orientation, tap Start >...
Start menu The Start menu contains various programs and applications that you commonly use. Tap Start to display the start menu items: Landscape mode Portrait mode You can also customize the items that appear in the Start menu. To do this: 1.
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Chapter Entering data • Using the Input Panel • Writing and drawing on the screen • Recording voice • Using ActiveSync™ • Synchronizing with Exchange Server • Searching information • Getting Help...
Using the Input Panel When you start an application or select a field that requires text, symbols, or numbers, the Input Panel icon appears on the menu bar. The Input Panel allows you to select various input methods available on your device including: Block Recognizer, Keyboard, Letter Recognizer, and Transcriber.
Using the on-screen keyboard With the on-screen keyboard, you can key in text, symbols, numbers, or other special characters when input is possible. To input text using the on-screen keyboard: 1. In an application, tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Keyboard. 2.
Using the Letter Recognizer With the Letter Recognizer you can write individual letters, numbers, or special characters, which are converted into typed text. To use the Letter Recognizer: 1. In an application, tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Letter Recognizer. 2.
Using the Transcriber Transcriber is a handwriting recognition program that allows you to write in cursive, print, or mixed styles. It reliably recognizes not only written text but also numbers and symbols. Make sure to write legibly. See Help for more information on the Transcriber. To use the Transcriber: 1.
Writing and drawing on the screen You can write or draw directly on the screen and save notes in your own handwriting. If you prefer to use your own handwriting or use drawings in your notes, set the default input mode to Writing.
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Creat a voice recording You can record sound, voice, or add a recording to a note using your device. To create a voice recording using Notes: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Notes. 2. From the Notes list, tap New. 3.
Using ActiveSync™ ActiveSync™ allows you to synchronize data in your device with data in your computer. ActiveSync can also synchronize over a wireless or cellular network with Microsoft Exchange Server, provided that your cellular phone service or company is running Microsoft Exchange Server with Exchange ActiveSync.
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If you wish to synchronize your device with Exchange Server through your company or service provider, obtain the name of the Exchange Server, user name, password, and domain name from your network administrator before starting the Sync Setup Wizard. To install and configure ActiveSync in your computer: 1.
Synchronizing via USB You can connect to your device using the bundled USB cable to synchronize to your computer. To synchronize your device via USB: 1. After installing ActiveSync to your computer, connect the USB plug to the mini-USB connector at the bottom of the device. 2.
Synchronizing via Bluetooth You can connect your device to your computer using the Bluetooth wireless technology. To synchronize your device via Bluetooth: 1. Configure Bluetooth in your computer to support ActiveSync. Refer to the ActiveSync Help in your computer for instructions. 2.
Synchronizing with Exchange Server To synchronize your device with Exchange Server: 1. From the ActiveSync menu, tap Menu > Add Server Source. 2. In the Server Address field, input the name of the server running Exchange Server then tap Next. If necessary, tap the check box This server requires an encrypted (SSL) connection.
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3. Input your name, password, and domain then tap Next. 4. Tap the check boxes to select the data items that you want to synchronize with Exchange Server. To change the available synchronization settings, select a data item then tap Settings. Tap Finish when done.
Setting the synchronization schedule To set the synchronization with Exchange Server: 1. From the ActiveSync screen, tap Menu > Schedule. 2. Refer to the table for input details. Volume Recommended setup High Select a shorter interval in the Peak times list. Select As items arrive option or a longer interval in the Off-peak times list.
Searching information Using the search tool, you can search for files and other items stored in your device or the external MiniSD card. You can search by file name or by words located in various applications including the Calendar, Contacts, Excel Mobile, Word Mobile, Outlook Mobile, Help, Messages, Notes, and Tasks.
Getting Help You can easily find Help for using any program on the device. To get help for a program: • From the Today screen or program, tap Start > Help. A page will open with links to topics that explain how to use the program.
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Chapter Phone features • Using the phone • Making a call • Receiving a call...
Using phone Like a standard cellular phone, you can use your MarsII to make and receive calls. You can also keep a history of calls made and received, send SMS or MMS messages, take notes while talking, call from Contacts, and copy SIM card contacts to your device. Phone pad The phone pad allows you to easily dial and access the Contacts, Call History, Speed Dial, and Phone settings.
Adjusting the device volume To adjust the device volume: 1. Tap the speaker icon. 2. From the volume menu, you can: • Adjust the phone volume or device volume by moving the slider to the desired volume level. • Tap On, Vibrate, or Off to change the system and ringer volume settings.
Making a call You can make a phone call using either the key pad or phone pad. You can also make calls directly from the Contacts, Call History, Speed Dial, or Voice Commander. Using the keypad To make a call using the keypad: 1.
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Phone pad features Dialled numbers appear here Press to set speed dial Press to display the call history Numeric keypad Press to use video call Press to make call Press to launch menu Press to launch Contacts list Displays the current call status Press to mute Press to launch Contacts list Press to use video call...
Making calls from Contacts To make a call directly from Contacts: 1. Tap Start > Phone. 2. From the Phone pad, tap Contacts or press the Left soft key. You can also launch Contacts from the Today screen by tapping Contacts on the menu bar or pressing the Right soft key.
Using the Speed Dial With Speed Dial you can call frequently dialled numbers in a single tap. For example, if you assign a contact to the number 2 button in Speed Dial, you can simply tap and hold the Phone pad to dial the contact’s number. To create a Speed Dial entry: 1.
Receiving a call When you receive a call, a message will appear, giving you the option to answer or ignore the incoming call. To answer or reject an incoming call: • To answer a call tap Answer, or press • To reject an incoming call, tap Ignore, or press TIP: Long press to switch receiver to speakerphone mode..
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Chapter Wireless features • Using Bluetooth ® • Using WLAN (IEEE 0.11b) • Using Infrared (IR) • Setting a GPRS connection...
Using Bluetooth ® Overview Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology that allows devices with ® Bluetooth capabilities to exchange data within a radius of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requring a physical connection. With Bluetooth enabled in your device, you can: •...
Configuring Bluetooth To configure Bluetooth in your device: 1. Start > Settings > Connections tab then tap the Bluetooth icon. 2. From the Bluetooth screen, you can access the following tabs: • General - allows you to set the user profile, turn Bluetooth on or off, displays the Bluetooth status, and provides a link to the Bluetooth Manager.
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Using a Bluetooth-enabled headset Mono headset setup 1. Make sure that Bluetooth is enabled on your device. 2. Tap on the Today screen then on the shortcut menu tap Bluetooth Manager. 3. From the Bluetooth Manager, tap New. 4. From the Bluetooth Connection Wizard, tap Hands-free/Headset setup then tap Next.
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5. Make sure that your headset device is in pairing mode and ready to receive incoming connection requests then tap Next. 6. Tap the name of your Bluetooth- enabled headset device then tap Next. 7. In Passkey, input the alphanumeric passkey of your headset device then tap .
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Stereo headset setup MarsII supports A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), which is used by Bluetooth- enabled stereo headsets. Make sure that your stereo headset also supports A2DP. 1. Tap on the Today screen then on the shortcut menu tap Bluetooth Manager.
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5. Tap Finish to initiate connection. NOTES: • To answer a phone call using your stereo headset, make sure that you have mono and stereo connection at the same time. • To use voice commander while using a headset, press the answer button on the headset then follow given instructions.
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6. Tap the name of your Bluetooth- enabled GPS device then tap Next. 7. Select SPP Slave in the Service Selection list then tap Next. 8. Tap Finish. 9. Tap and hold the shortcut icon to display shortcut menu then tap Connect.
Using WLAN (IEEE 0.11b) Introduction WLAN (IEEE 802.11b), refers to certain types of wireless local area network (WLAN) that use specifications in the 802.11 family. Created by the Wi-Fi Alliance, a nonprofit international association to certify interoperability of wireless local area network products. Any device tested and approved by the Wi-Fi Alliance are certified as interoperable with each other even if they are from different manufacturers.
Configuring WLAN To configure WLAN in your device: 1. Start > Settings > Connections tab then tap the Wi-Fi Manager icon. 2. From the Wi-Fi Manager screen, you can access the following tabs: • Wi-Fi Status • Setting • IP Info •...
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IP Info Site Survey Displays the network information and Shows the available wireless networks allows you to renew or ping a network in the area. connection.
Using Infrared (IR) You can use your device to connect to another device with infrared capabilities. To connect to another device via infrared: 1. Setup the device you want to connect to receive infrared beams. Refer to the technical documentation that came with the device. 2.
Setting a GPRS connection Your MarsII allows you to connect via General Packet Radio Service (GPRS). GPRS is a wireless communication standard that runs at speeds of up to 115 kbps, compared to 9.6 kbps of the current Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM). It supports a wide range of bandwidths that allows sending and receiving small bursts of data, such as email and web browsing.
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4. From the Connections screen, tap Add a new model connection. 5. Input a unique name for the connection then select Cellular Line (GPRS) from the modem list.
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6. Input the Access point name. 7. Input your user name, password, and domain then tap Finish. Contact your network administrator for assistance. NOTE: The GPRS and USB connections can not be used at the same time.
Connecting GPRS To connect GPRS: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab then tap Connections icon. 2. From the Connections screen, tap Manage existing connections. 3. Tap and hold on an existing connection then from the pop-up menu tap Connect.
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If you have set a default GPRS connection, it automatically connects when you launch an application that connects to the Internet. 1. Launch any application that connects to the Internet (e.g. Internet Explorer). The device will automatically connect Pop-up callout your default GPRS connection.
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Chapter Multimedia features • Using the camera • Viewing pictures and video...
Using the camera The built-in two-megapixel camera allows you to take photos and record audio/video clips. Launching the camera To start using the camera: • Tap Start > Programs > Pictures and Videos > Camera icon or • Press the Camera button on the left side of your device. Camera button NOTE: •...
Joystick functions in camera mode The following describes the 5-way joystick functions in Camera mode: Enter/Action Button Forward Backward Down In camera preview mode, press for video mode. In the camera or video option menu, press to select menu items. In video preview mode, press for camera mode.
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Available capture modes Your device camera can be set to two capture modes: • Camera mode - Camera mode allows you to take photos, and save them to your device or MiniSD. You can also configure the camera to match an environment, set picture size, select magnification, adjust the picture quality, apply effects, and modify other advanced settings.
Camera mode screen The following describes the screen icons in Camera mode: Capture mode icon Picture quality icon Flash light status Default storage icon Scene mode icon Timer icon Burst mode status Effects icon Picture resolution Tap to close camera Tap to launch Pictures and Videos Number of...
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Camera mode icons • Capture mode icon [ ] - indicates the current capture mode. • Picture quality icon [ ]- indicates the picture quality used. • Flash light status icon [ ] - indicates the camera flash status. • Default storage icon [ ] - indicates default storage for captured images and videos clips.
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Camera options menu The camera options menu allows you to change various camera and picture settings. To launch options menu: 1. Tap Menu icon from the camera screen. NOTE: The screens in this section may not be exactly the same as what are displayed on your screen and they are only for your reference.
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Change Mode The Change Mode option allows you to set capture mode into Camera or Video mode. Scene The Scene option allows you to select presets appropriate for a night scene or sports event. Select Auto to use best setting for any scene.
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Picture Quality This option provides three picture quality presets: Normal, Fine, and Super Fine. The picture quality is set to Super Fine by default. Flash Mode This option allows you to change the flash mode to suit a variety of lighting situations. Zoom Allows you to change the maximum magnification allowed.
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Self-Timer Sets the delay of shutter release to 5 or 10 seconds after you have pressed the camera/shutter button.. Burst Allows you to take 4 or 9 pictures in succession by pressing the camera/shutter button only once. Frame Allows you to set a frame.
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Effect The Effect option allows you to apply some effects to the subject. Select from the following configuration options: Black-White, Negative, and Sepia. Set to Normal for no effect. Save to Allows you to select the default storage for captured pictures. NOTE: Prepare a MiniSD card before setting default storage to Storage Card.
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Advanced This option allows you to set the following: - Filename prefix format - Filename prefix - File number - Date and time stamp - Shutter sound - Burst interval...
Taking photos After launching the camera, your device is set to Camera mode by default. If set otherwise, tap Menu > Change Mode > Camera Mode then tap Done. You can also set to camera mode by tapping the camera mode icon on the screen. To take a photo: 1.
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Other options Tap Menu to access the following options: • Save to Contact • Send via MMS • Send via e-mail Save to Contact To save to contacts: 1. Tap Menu then tap Save to contact. 2. From the Contact screen, select contact where you want the image saved then tap Select.
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Send via MMS To send image via MMS: 1. Tap Menu then tap Send via MMS. 2. Key in recipient or tap To to display contact list. 3. Key in subject. 4. Tap Send. Send via Email To send image via electronic mail: 1.
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Delete image To delete image: 1. Tap Delete icon. 2. Tap OK from the confirmation message.
Video mode screen The following describes the screen icons in Video mode: Capture mode icon Remaining video recording time Default storage icon Video resolution Tap to close camera Tap to launch Pictures and Videos Recording indicator Green: Ready Tap to zoom in Red: Recording Capture mode icons: Camera mode...
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Video mode icons • Capture mode icon [ ] - indicates the current capture mode. • Flash light status icon [ ] - this icon appears when the flash light is enabled. • Default storage icon [ ] - indicates default storage for captured video clips. •...
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Video options menu The video options menu allows you to change various video and playback settings. To launch video options menu: 1. Tap Menu from the video screen. NOTE: The screens in this section may not be exactly the same as what are displayed on your screen and they are only for your reference.
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Change Mode The Change Mode option allows you to set your device into Camera or Video capture mode. Zoom Allows you to change the maximum magnification allowed. Video Size Allows you to set the frame size of video.
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Flash Mode This option allows you to change the flash mode to suit a variety of lighting situations. Save to Allows you to select the default storage location for captured pictures. NOTE: Prepare a MiniSD card before setting default storage to Storage Card.
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Effect The Effect option allows you to apply some effects to the subject. Select from the following configuration options: Black-White, Negative, and Sepia. Set to Normal for no effect. Tap to display more options Advanced This option allows you to set the following: - Video filetype - Filename prefix format - Filename prefix...
Recording videos Set the device to video capture mode to record videos. To set video mode: • Tap Menu > Change Mode > Video Mode then tap Done. • You can also set the video mode by tapping the video mode icon on the screen as shown.
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2. Full-press the camera/shutter button to begin recording. The record indicator turns from green to red while video is recording. 3. Full-press the camera/shutter button again to stop recording. Record indicator 4. Tap Camera to go back to camera screen. 5.
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Other options Tap Menu to access the following options: • Send via MMS • Send via E-mail • Play Send via MMS To send video via MMS: 1. Tap Menu then tap Send via MMS. 2. Key in recipient or tap To to display contact list.
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Send via Email To send video via electronic mail: 1. Tap Menu then tap Send via E-mail. 2. Key in recipient or tap To to display contact list. 3. Key in subject. 4. Key in message. 5. Tap Send. Play To play video: 1.
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Delete To delete video: 1. Tap Delete icon. 2. Tap OK from the confirmation message.
Viewing pictures and video Use the Pictures and Video Application to preview stored images and playback video clips. Viewing pictures and video To view pictures and video: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Pictures and Videos. 2. Tap the picture or video clip you want to see. •...
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System information The System Information contains important device information including the current device settings and version. To launch the System Information: 1. Tap Start > Settings > System > System Information icon. 2. Tap the Device Info tab for device hardware information. 3.
CPU mode setting Allows you to select the CPU mode (Turbo, Standard, Power Saving). To launch the CPU mode setting: Tap Start > Settings > System > CPU Mode icon. Tap to check Automatic Mode to automatically change the CPU speed according to the CPU loading.
LCD Brightness Adjusts the LCD brightness on battery power and external power. To launch the LCD Brightness setting: Tap Start > Settings > System > Brightness icon. Power Displays the battery power status. To launch the Power setting: Tap Start > Settings > System > Power icon.
Memory Displays the total, in use and free memory. To launch the Memory setting: Tap Start > Settings > System > Memory icon. Storage card memory Displays the total, in use, and available storage card memory. To launch it: Tap Start > Settings > System > Memory > Storage Card tab.
Programs running in memory Allows you to activate or stop any program running on memory. To launch it: Tap Start > Settings > System > Memory > Running Programs tab. IMPORTANT: When you exit a running program, you are actually only minimizing it and the program remains in the memory.
Notices Replaceable batteries If an equipment is provided with a replaceable battery and if replacement by an incorrect type could result in an explosion (e.g. with some lithium batteries), the following applies: – if the battery is placed in an OPERATOR ACCESS AREA, there shall be a marking close to the battery or a statement in both the operating and the servicing instructions;...
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Operator access with a tool If a TOOL is necessary to gain access to an OPERATOR ACCESS AREA, either all other compartments within that area containing a hazard shall be inaccessible to the OPERATOR by the use of the same TOOL, or such compartments shall be marked to discourage OPERATOR access.
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WARNING The user needs to switch off the device when exposed to areas with potentially explosive atmospheres such as petrol stations, chemical storage depots and blasting operations. For FCC PCS Head: 0.369 mW/g PCS Body: 1.01 mW/g WLAN Head: 0.00437 mW/g WLAN Body: 0.00203 mW/g For DGT &...
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FCC Regulations: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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4RF Exposure Information (SAR) This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves. This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government.
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